13
May
Doors Open Richmond Hill 2023 at the DDO
Join us at the DDO for a visit of the dome and check out the Administration building for Doors Open Richmond Hill!
29
May
Stargazing Night - May 2023
Join us at sunset to learn to use star charts and basic observing techniques, then use your binoculars to follow a guided tour through the night sky, and stay after the tour to practice your new skills.
26
March
DDO: Sunday Sungazing (Online)
Safely observe the sun with us, from the comfort of your home! During these family-friendly sessions, a DDO Astronomer will answer your questions about our closest star: the sun!
25
February
DDO: Up In The Sky (Online)
Join us from the comfort of your home as we discuss about what exciting celestial events to look for each season.
26
February
DDO: Sunday Sungazing (Online)
Safely observe the sun with us, from the comfort of your home! During these family-friendly sessions, a DDO Astronomer will answer your questions about our closest star: the sun!
5
February
DDO: Planetarium Day
Enter a Digital Portable Planetarium and take a journey through the universe led by a DDO astronomer. We’ll tour the night sky, travel through space, and see immersive full dome movies. The unscripted format will allow guests to experience a variety of topics. Ask our astronomer questions and see the answers in a planetarium setting. Please note that all guests will sit on a clean floor.
A registered adult must accompany all registered participants under the age of 16.
5
March
DDO: Planetarium Day - March 2023
Enter a Digital Portable Planetarium and take a journey through the universe led by a DDO astronomer.
11
March
March Break 2023 - Space Action: Craters and Comets!
This March Break, join the David Dunlap Observatory to explore some of the dynamic action of space through comets, craters, and more!
13
March
March Break 2023 - Sun Fun!
This March Break, learn about the sun and practice safe solar observing!
16
March
March Break 2023 - Out of this World: The Solar System
The Solar System with all its planets, moons, and asteroids are all around us -- even in your own home!