Austin, TX – Starry Nights @ Girlstart

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Austin, TX – Starry Nights @ Girlstart

October 5, 2017 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Free

Thursday, October 5, 2017
Featuring Solar System and Galaxy Star Shows

Girlstart’s STEM Studio and Mini-Planetarium is a unique space for families to explore astronomy! Starry Nights are held the 1st Thursday of every month (except January, June, July, and August), with each month featuring a new astronomy experience and related hands-on activities. All ages are welcome to stop by at any time between 5:30pm and 7:00pm. RSVP is recommended, however it is not required, to join us.

Hands-on activities include:

  • Create a solar system in a jar
  • Engineer a device prototype to take soil samples on other planets
  • Design your own satellite dish
  • Explore the planets’ path of revolution around the sun

Additional activities and resources from our friends at the Austin Astronomical Society.

RSVP Today!

 

Details

Date:
October 5, 2017
Time:
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Event Category:
Website:
http://girlstart.org/our-programs/starry-nights/

Venue

Girlstart STEM Center
1400 W Anderson Lane
Austin, TX 78757 United States
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