100 Hours of Astronomy
1 Apr, 2009
The International Year of Astronomy 2009 Cornerstone project, 100 Hours of Astronomy, is on track to be the largest single science public outreach event ever. More than 1500 events have been registered in over 130 countries and this number is increasing every day. 100 Hours of Astronomy is a truly global project; an event on a scale never attempted before, with more than one million people expected to participate!
100 Hours of Astronomy (100HA) is a Cornerstone project of the International Year of Astronomy 2009 (IYA2009). It is a worldwide celebration composed of a broad range of activities aimed at involving the public. 100HA will take place over four days and nights, from 2-5 April 2009. During this period, people from around the globe will share the experience and wonders of observing the sky. For many, it will be their first glimpse of the marvels of the heavens through a telescope. For others, it is the perfect opportunity to impart their knowledge and excitement, helping unveil the cosmos to fresh and eager eyes.
You can find more information about 100 Hours of Astronomy here.
Trinidad & Tobago will be taking part in this project by hosting several astronomy outreach events across the country running from 2nd to 5th April 2009.
Thursday, April 2nd:
Telescope viewing session at UWI, St Augustine; 6:30pm to 9:00pm
Friday, April 3rd:
Display and telescope viewing session at Gulf City Shopping Complex; 4:00pm to 8:00pm
Telescope viewing session at Hollis Avenue, Arima; 6:30pm to 9:00pm
Saturday April 4th:
Play: The Fifth Element, National Science Center, D'abadie; 7:00pm
Telescope viewing session at Saith Park, Chaguanas; 4:00pm to 10:00pm
Sunday April 5th:
Telescope viewing session at UTT O'Meara Grounds, Arima; 6:30pm to 9:00pm
Telescope viewing session at Store Bay, Tobago; 5:00pm to 10:00pm