DDO Astronomy Speaker's Night - September 2024

Speaker: Ron Macnaughton

Important Notice: The Observatory Dome/74” telescope is currently undergoing restoration and will not be available for this program. Viewing of celestial objects will be provided using alternate telescopes set up outside (Weather Dependent). 

Visit this unique historical site in Richmond Hill. Hear an engaging presentation led by astronomy experts and researchers covering a variety of exciting astronomy topics.

This will be followed by other activities and the opportunity to interact with RHDDO Astronomers! Please wear / bring appropriate supplies for being outside.

All individuals/family members attending this program must be registered and a registered adult must accompany any registered participants under the age of 16.

Please arrive 15 minutes before the program start time to be signed in.

This program runs rain or shine.

Who can attend: Ages 12 and up

Fee: 

- Up to 14 years old: $16.47

- 15 or more years old: $18.61

Registration Link: ActiveRH

Location: David Dunlap Observatory (DDO)

Organized by: RASC, Toronto Centre

Abstract: The moon looks different every night because the lighting changes from a thin crescent to first quarter to full then back to new again over almost 30 days as it orbits our planet. This talk will show different natural and human aspects of the moon including an exciting place several countries plan to visit.   

Speaker bio: TBA