Astronomy on Tap: How to Build a Planet with Two Suns with Dr. Taylor Kutra Planet formation is never simple—but what happens when you throw a second star into the mix? Join Lowell astronomer Dr. Taylor Kutra for a fascinating look at how planets form in the most common stellar environments: multiple star systems. While […]
Worlds Revealed Speaker Series Chasing Shadows—Occultations (which have nothing to do with the occult) with Dr. Larry Wasserman Step into a universe of discovery with Worlds Revealed—Lowell Observatory’s exclusive speaker series. This engaging program invites diverse staff and experts to share their unique perspectives, bridging the gap between science, art, and exploration. Learn about exciting […]
Worlds Revealed Speaker Series Hubble and Webb Telescopes with Dean Regas Join astronomer and author Dean Regas as he shares the greatest pictures taken by the greatest space telescopes: Hubble and Webb. Explore star clusters, nebulae, galaxies, and more as we delve into the deepest parts of the universe. Great for all ages. Dean Regas' bio: […]
Meet a Planetary Astronomer | Dr. Larry Wasserman Head up to the Open Deck Observatory on Saturday, June 28 to meet Lowell planetary astronomer Dr. Larry Wasserman! Take a peek at real-time images of planets, stars, galaxies and other celestial objects to be displayed on a large television screen outdoors with our new MallinCam. This […]
Celebrate Asteroid Day at Lowell Observatory with hands-on activities, expert talks, and telescope viewing. Discover the science behind asteroids and their role in our solar system. Fun for all ages!
Meet an Astronomer | Dr. Gerard van Belle Head up to the Open Deck Observatory on Saturday, July 5 to meet Lowell astronomer Dr. Gerard van Belle! Take a peek at real-time images of planets, stars, galaxies, and other celestial objects to be displayed on a large television screen outdoors with our new MallinCam. This […]
Worlds Revealed Speaker Series How to Build a Planet When You Have Two Suns with Dr. Taylor Kutra Planet formation is already a messy, complex process—and that’s in the “simple” case of a single star. But most stars don’t form alone. The majority are born in multiple star systems, meaning that if we want to […]
Join Lowell Observatory for an Out-of-This-World Movie Night!Saturday, July 12 | Heritage Square | Movie begins at dusk (approx. 7:30pm) We’re teaming up with NAU Athletics for a night of sports, stars, and family fun at Movies on the Square in Downtown Flagstaff! This week’s feature film is Space Jam, and we’ll be there to […]
This Saturday, come up to Mars Hill and meet Astronomer Dr. James Sikora! Take a peek at real-time images of planets, stars, galaxies and other celestial objects to be displayed on a large television screen outdoors with our new MallinCam. This is your opportunity to see interesting objects in the night sky, learn about an […]
Worlds Revealed Speaker Series Fantastic Worlds and How to Find Them How did we go from knowing about 8 planets in the entire universe to over 6,000 other worlds in just a couple decades? Learn how astronomers working at the cutting edge of technology have been able to discover the dizzying array of planets around […]
Meet a Planetary Astronomer | Dr. Larry Wasserman Head up to the Open Deck Observatory on Saturday, July 26 to meet Lowell planetary astronomer Dr. Larry Wasserman! Take a peek at real-time images of planets, stars, galaxies and other celestial objects to be displayed on a large television screen outdoors with our new MallinCam. This […]
Worlds Revealed Speaker Series Set Adrift on Lunar Seas with Dr. Gerard van Belle Dr. Gerard van Belle has been working on the largest telescopes systems on Earth throughout his career. This continuing quest has taken him across the globe: from the tallest mountain in the world, to the driest deserts, to the darkest skies […]