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See Mars & Saturn at Public Nights in February and March!

 

The University of Denver's 20-inch Alvan Clark-Saegmuller refracting telescope as it looked shortly after installation in July, 1894
(Photographer Unknown)

Note the new start times:
March 9 - April 14 at 8:00 pm
April 15 - September 1 at 8:30 pm
September 2 - March 8 at 7:00 pm

Some of the Denver Astronomical Society's brightest and most enthusiastic individuals lead Public Nights each Tuesday and Thursday at DU's Historic Chamberlin Observatory. Public Nights are a Denver tradition that began on the night of August 1, 1894. The Denver Astronomical Society has hosted Public Nights for over 50 years.

All public nights start with an informative astronomy presentation by a DAS lecturer. Presentations are illustrated with colorful computer graphics shows, videos, and/or whatever audio/visual method is appropriate. Astronomy presentations are designed for visitors of all ages.

Additionally, visitors will be treated to telescopic views of the moon, stars, planets, galaxies, nebulae, etc., through Chamberlin's historic 20-inch Alvan Clark-Saegmuller refracting telescope (weather permitting).

These shows are specifically tailored for the non-astronomer who is interested in learning about the universe and how to observe celestial objects. Bring the whole family!

 

DAS Public Night Lecturers and Certified Telescope Operators
(May 2007)

Ted Cox Stuart Hutchins (L) Sandy Shaw (A)
Darrell Dodge Courtenay Kais (A) David Shouldice (L)
John Doran Richard Loper Rob Tablyn (A)
Doug Dreher Frank Mancini Todd Thomas
Wayne Green (L) Ron Mickle (L) Dave Tondreau (L)
Brad Gilman Naomi Pequette Bryan Wilburn
  Norm Rosling (L)  
(L)= Lead Operator  (A)= Apprentice
 
 
 


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