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Astrofest
A family-friendly day of space exploration at the Ulster Museum with meteorites, astrophotography, and Ask an Astronomer sessions.
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Past Event
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Reach for the stars at the Ulster Museum’s Astrofest, packed with cosmic exploration, Ask an Astronomer sessions and hands-on fun for all ages.
Join our science curator and experts from the Irish Astronomical Association for a full day of talks, demonstrations and interactive activities. Learn how to capture your own astrophotography, handle real meteorites from the Moon and Mars, and ask astronomers anything you’ve ever wondered about space.
On the day...
A creative area featuring space-themed colouring and badge-making using astronomical images.
View a selection of astrophotography images.
Learn how to set up and use telescopes and binoculars, with opportunities to attend short sessions on astrophotography and observing the night sky.
Safely view the Sun if the weather allows.
Handle real fragments from the Moon, Mars and beyond.
What to know
Everything you need to know about Astrofest at Ulster Museum
This is a free event in the Ulster Museum with no booking necessary.
This event is in partnership with the Irish Astronomical Association
This event takes place on Sunday 15th February from 10:30 to 16:00.
This event is part of NI Science Festival.