Space Sciences

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The Spacing Out Blog

Welcome to the Spacing Out Blog, from the Museum of Science! Join Planetarium educator and huge space nerd Talia Sepersky as she breaks down all of the shiny space-related news, images, ideas, stories, or opinions hit her radar this week, and dive deep...
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10 Meteors Per Hour with Alpha Centaurids

The Alpha Centaurids meteor shower is set to dazzle on February 8th, and we've got all the details for you.
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Why Wolves Are Tied to the Full Moon

How did the Wolf Moon get its name? Legends speak of winter nights echoing with the howls of wolves, and while science may not directly link these howls to the moon, discover the fascinating nocturnal activities of these creatures.
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What’s Happening in Space in 2024?

It’s January! And you know what every single new source/blog/website likes to do when January rolls around? Make a list of what’s coming up in the next year, of course! I could be clever and buck this trend, but being clever is exhausting and there are...
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Cosmic Light

Discover how our home planet compares to our stellar neighbors, nearby galaxies, and more distant objects.
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To the Moon

See full-size models of the Apollo and Mercury capsules and a graphic timeline documenting the key era of human space exploration.
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God, Science, and Our Search for Meaning

Witness the startling interplay between science and religion as both strive to give meaning to humankind’s oldest questions.
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Explore the Universe

Leave the Earth behind and take off with a Planetarium educator as your star pilot!
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Saturdays and Sundays

Big Bird's Adventure: One World, One Sky

Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street and learn about the Big Dipper, the North Star, and more!
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First Sunday of each month

Big Bird's Adventure: One World, One Sky (Soft Light, Soft Sound)

Enjoy a special version of the hit show with softer sound and light and looser house rules.

Space Kahoots

From space exploration and the planets to telescopes and meteors, space is full of wonder and discovery. Learn about the wonders of space and share the knowledge with your classroom.
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What's a Meteor Shower?

Have you ever seen a small bright light cross the night sky? That may have been one meteor in a meteor shower. Learn what a meteor is, how they happen, and when you can see one for yourself! Made with video from our partners at SciShow Kids.
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Space Volcanoes

There are volcanoes are all over the Earth but did you know they are also all over the universe? Learn the difference between active and inactive volcanoes, what solar system objects are home to these landforms, and the different types of volcanoes.
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How to Find a Meteorite!

If you have seen a shooting star, you were watching a meteor fall from space towards the Earth. Sometimes these rocks make their way to Earth's surface. Learn how you can identify meteorites using their properties.
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Youth Programs

Extend your curriculum beyond the classroom! Students will interact with local scientists and researchers, participate in a keynote address, and consider a world of STEM career possibilities.