The Marie Drake Planetarium
Where the stars always shine in Juneau, AK
Where the stars always shine in Juneau, AK
2012 Shows and Events
Public Presentations
The Northern Lights - The Greatest Light Show on Earth!
Presentation by Dennis Mammana. High above the arctic regions of our planet dance the
unearthly colors of the aurora borealis-the northern lights. You will learn the origins and lore of these mysterious lights, how to predict their
appearance over Juneau, and how to use your camera to capture them like a
pro.
Photo by Dennia Mammana
Poisiden and Neptune
Astronomy and Mythology presentation by Ken Fix.
Poster by Isabella
Black Holes
Steve Kocsis will talk about black holes in presentation designed for for adults.
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The Big Bang for Beginners
Presentation for adults by Steve Kocsis
Poster by Isabella
Hades, Pluto and trans Neptunian objects
Astronomy and mythology presentation by Ken Fix
Astronomy and mythology presentation by Ken Fix
Poster by Isabella
Venus Transit - Sidewalk Astronomy Event
Telescopes and solar filters set up at Marine Park. 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
See article and photo in Juneau Empire.
Telescopes and solar filters set up at Marine Park. 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
See article and photo in Juneau Empire.
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NASA image
Free image from www,.dreamstime.com
Summer Movies
Retro sci-fi movie. Also video on Venus Transit
Astro Puppies in Space
Movie for children
Wars of the Worlds
Retro sci-fi movie.
Retro sci-fi movie.
Eros, Asteroids and Planetary Transits
Astronomy and mythology presentation by Ken Fix.
NASA image
Ares, Mars and the Three Robotic Rovers
Presentation on mythology and astronomy by Ken Fix.
Ares is the Greek god of war.
Mars Rover - NASA image
Bad Astronomy
Presentation by John Kremers on the misconceptions some people have about astronomy.
Presentation by John Kremers on the misconceptions some people have about astronomy.
Poster by Isabella
International Space Station
ISS Mission Logo
Kid's Astronomy
Interactive event led by Clark Branch.
Image from www.bigstock.com
Space Telescopes
Ken Fix presentation on space telescopes Hubble and Chandra .
This NASA photograph of the Hubble Space Telescope was taken by the space shuttle Atlantis’ robotic arm during Servicing Mission 4
.
School Presentations
- Auke Bay Pre School
- Pre-school presentation
- 4th and 5th grade presentation at Harborview School. Tlingit elder also came and shared stories.
- Three presentations for Rally groups. Astronomy and mythology
- School presentation (30)
- School Presentation - 1st - 3rd and 5th grades
- Raven Correspondence School
Northern Lights Science and Art
Two shows. One is Skagway organized by National Park Service.
Community Group Presentations
- Presentation for adults from ORCA
- Presentation for adults from JAMI : Stars tonight plus Moon humor.
Other Activities
- Three planetarium volunteers help with KTOO radio pledge drive
- Garage Sale at Planetarium. Profits $554
- Participation in July 4th parade with theme 'The Space Shuttle' in honor of end of space shuttle program in 2011.
Banner for parade
Banner for parade
School Group Presentation
- Auke Bay Pre School
- Pre-school presentation
- 4th and 5th grade presentation at Harborview School. A Tlingit elder also came and shared stories.
- Three presentations for Rally groups. - Astronomy and mythology
- School Presentations - three for elementary students.
- Raven Correspondence School
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