Galileo's Lunar Observations

Seminar Informal Curriculum Event

In The Starry Messenger, Galileo describes the Moon with the wonder of someone seeing its details for the first time in history. Using telescopes far superior to Galileo’s spyglass, we will repeat his observations and recreate his estimates of the Moon’s highest peaks. Participants should dress warmly so they can work outdoors. 

With Aaron Lee & student co-facilitators 

SMC Campus Observatory Pad
http://physics.stmarys-ca.edu/observatory/astro-nights/index.html

Related Seminar text: Galileo, The Starry Messenger & Letter to the Grand Duchess Christina (Sem 250)

Allow 5-10 minutes for the walk if starting from the fire road gate, or 15-20 minutes from Oliver Hall. If clouds cover the Moon, this program will be rescheduled. 

Spaces for 36 participants. Arrive early.