Adrian, MI – Adrian College’s Robinson Planetarium and Observatory set its upcoming November programs including “The Earth, Sun and Moon, “The Cowboy Astronomer” and “The Season of Light.”
On November 12 at 7 p.m., students attending kindergarten through 6 grade are welcome to experience “The Earth, Sun and Moon.” This fulldome show explores the relationship between the Earth, Moon and Sun with the help of Coyote, an amusing character adapted from Native American oral traditions who has many misconceptions about the Earth and its most familiar neighbors. His confusion about the universe makes viewers think about how the Earth, Moon and Sun work together as a system. Native American stories are used throughout the show to help distinguish between myths and science. Learn why the Sun rises and sets and the basics of fusion and solar energy. Examine the Moon’s orbit, craters, phases and eclipses. The show explores past and future space travel to the Moon and beyond.
The following Friday, Nov. 19, at 7 p.m. “The Cowboy Astronomer” will feature a cattle rancher in the wild west understanding the nights’ canopy of stars. Learn about the wonders of the night sky in this fulldome show from the perspective of a cowboy astronomer as he shares facts and lore that he has accumulated from a lifetime on the ranch. The pre-recorded soundtrack for the show is narrated by cowboy humorist Baxter Black.
Beginning November, 26 at 7 p.m., “The Season of Light” exhibits the winter holiday show. This program is open to all ages and traces the history and development of many of the world’s holiday customs through an astronomical perspective, all of which involve lighting up the winter season. It recounts the religious and cultural rituals practiced during the time of winter solstice — not only Christian and Jewish, but also Celtic, Nordic, Roman, Irish, Mexican and Hopi. It also takes a look at some light-hearted seasonal traditions such as gift-giving and kissing, music, decking the halls with greenery and Santa Claus.
Programs last approximately 50 minutes and it is recommended by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines to wear a mask if visiting. The capacity of the Robinson Planetarium and Observatory is 50 theater style seats.
The Robinson Planetarium and Observatory is located on the Adrian College campus in Peelle Hall. Peelle Hall is at the corner of Charles and Williams streets; the entrance to the planetarium is on Williams St. Street parking is available for these programs.
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