International Year of Astronomy Lecture: "Red Stars, Blue Stars, Old Stars, New Stars"
Saturday, Apr 4, 2009: 2:00pm-3:30pm
Event Type
Public Program
Location
William M. Allen Theater
In recognition of the 400th anniversary of Galileo's first celestial observations, 2009 has been designated the International Year of Astronomy. The 100 hours of astronomy is a 100-hour, round-the-clock, round-the-globe event that includes live webcasts from research observatories, public observing events and other activities around the world. The Museum will continue its celebration of the IYA with a lecture from UW Astronomy Professor Dr. Julie Lutz on stellar
evolution, "Red Stars, Blue Stars, Old Stars, New Stars."
Program is Free with Museum Admission or Membership.