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Astronomy Night

April 11 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Included with admission (members get in free)
Astronomy Night poster for April 11, 5 PM-9 PM, featuring a colorful astronaut against a cosmic background. Event included with admission, free for members at the University of Nebraska State Museum.

Enjoy a night filled with all things space! Join us for hands-on activities led by museum educators and our community partners. Morrill Hall will be open late just for this event.

Some activities include, but not limited to:

  • The Science in Science Fiction and the Science Fiction in Science with Dr. Arden Eli Hill, 6:30pm, 7:30pm, 8:30pm
  • Create your own rocket
  • Computers of Science Fiction
  • Wild and Strange Exoplanets
  • Physics and Telescopes with the Omaha Astronomical Society
  • Explore the world of quantum science and nanotechnology
  • Learn more about Tanabata, the Summer Triangle constellation including Orihime (Vega) and Hikoboshi (Altair)
  • Rules In Space: Space Law for the Final Frontier
  • Create your super-powered biology bracelet
  • Special Planetarium Shows

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  • Date: April 11
  • Time:
    5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Cost: Included with admission (members get in free)
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