Starr's Planetarium at Newcastle Museum: Aboriginal Stories in the Stars
Explore the universe with Starr’s Planetarium, and be immersed in a stunning 360° 4K movie.
Discover what’s in the sky tonight and explore Indigenous Australian astronomy in this fascinating mobile Planetarium show. Find out how Indigenous cultures describe constellations that are fundamental to their daily lives.
Although different Australian Aboriginal groups have different astronomical traditions, there are some broad similarities. Explore stories from across Australia and find out how they relate to natural occurrences, laws and traditions, behaviour, navigation, seasons, history, and spirituality.
Sessions:
Thursday 18 January
- 10:15am
- 11:15am
- 12:15pm
- 1:45pm
- 2:45pm
- 3:45pm
Friday 19 January
- 10:15am
- 11:15am
- 12:15pm
- 1:45pm
- 2:45pm
- 3:45pm
Cost: $10 per person
Ages: Suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Bookings essential. Bookings open now: https://www.trybooking.com/CMVGK
