David Dunlap Observatory March Break Programs

March 8, 2024

March 17, 2024

Varies

David Dunlap Observatory, Hillsview Drive, Richmond Hill

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Events Description

 
The Richmond Hill David Dunlap Observatory is one of Canada’s National Historic Sites, and the place to visit to explore the night sky, discover the cosmos and learn about the history of this unique site! We offer a variety of fun and educational experiences, including family programs, heritage tours, and lectures where participants can visit the Observatory and see Canada’s largest telescope in person.

Experience the wonders of astronomy through an indoor planetarium and enjoy stargazing and family crafts in our exciting programs.

  • Choose from a variety of workshops offered for all ages!

    Astro Crafts
    Astronomy Family Night
    Astronomy through Art for Children
    Cosmic Detectives
    Out of this World: The Solar System
    Planetarium Days
    NEW! Planetarium Days for Little Astronomers
    NEW! Planetary Science 101
    Space Action: Craters and Comets!
    Space Fun
    Sun Fun

  • Astronomy Family Night – When Day Turns to Night: Solar Eclipses Families will enjoy “When Day Turns to Night: Solar Eclipses, Past and Future” with Professor Robin Byrne- Northeast State Community College, as we await the arrival the biggest astronomy event of 2024. After the presentation, Participants will enjoy age-appropriate celestial activities; including a tour of the observatory to see a demonstration of the 74” telescope
  • Countdown to the April Solar Eclipse Sungazing –

    Be prepared for the historic solar eclipse on April 8.

    Safely observe the sun with us and prepare for the Total Solar Eclipse! During these family-friendly sessions, a DDO Astronomer will answer your questions about our closest star: the sun! Learn how the sun works and why solar eclipses happen. Views of the sun through small telescopes will be included, weather permitting. All participants will leave with eclipse glasses for safe solar observing and enjoy a tour of the RHDDO facility.

Who is it for?
family-kids – Programs age varies according to activity

HOW MUCH

Tickets : Varies
How to get tickets?
Buy Online

WHEN & WHERE

Date & Time:

March 8 to 17, 2024

  • Various times
  • Astronomy Family Night – When Day Turns to Night: Solar Eclipses: Saturday, March 9, 2024, 8 – 10 p.m.
  • Countdown to the April Solar Eclipse Sungazing – March 10 and March 24

    Sunday, March 10, 2024, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

    Sunday, March 24, 2024, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Venue: David Dunlap Observatory (DDO), 123A Hillsview Drive, Richmond Hill

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