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We remain CLOSED to the public due to ongoing concerns related to COVID-19. Enjoy our virtual programs, educational resources and sign up to receive updates about our reopening plans.

Astronomy

Fiske is closed in order to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus in the hopes of keeping our visitors, members, staff, campus, and our broader community safe. We have never felt more connected to our community despite the need for social distancing. 

Until we can come together again, we are committed to providing tons of content to help you get through these arduous times through the grandeur of the universe. Check this page to get your Astronomy Fix! 

Get your Astronomy Fix

Explorations film intro graphic with Earth in the background
Friday Flicks - Become a STAR

April 24, 2020

For this week’s featured Friday Flick, we want to make members of our community the stars! Be featured in our Fiske Planetarium Explorations film series by submitting video of you or your family using the GLOBE Observer: Clouds App . In this episode, we will be highlighting the cloud images...

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NASA photo of Earth as a pale blue dot
Gaze Into the Cosmos - Favorite Planet

April 23, 2020

What is your favorite planet? We like them all, but are especially fond of OUR EARTH ! Earth is the only place we know of where life exists. Ponder for a moment, one of Carl Sagan’s most moving quotes, “Consider again that dot [Earth]. That's here. That's home. That's us...

Read more about Gaze Into the Cosmos - Favorite Planet

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Wednesday Rad Apps - NASA Worldview

April 22, 2020

NASA's Worldview tool combines data from the Earth Observing System Data and Information System (EOSDIS) with full-resolution satellite images for a great interactive experience! Choose a destination for a deep dive look and see it in near real-time! Want to see a volcanic eruption, tropical storm formation, or the Earth...

Read more about Wednesday Rad Apps - NASA Worldview

Fiske Staff Member holding up laptop with Fiske's Earth Day message which was sent to NASA
Happy Earth Day!

April 22, 2020

Happy Earth Day, Fiskers! Today marks the 50th anniversary of the day in which we come together to raise awareness about the importance of protecting our incredible planet for generations to come. This year we had the opportunity to submit our hopeful wishes to NASA’s Earth Day Network ! There's...

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Screen grab from website of the Earth from DSCOVR: EPIC spacecraft
Tuesday Fun Facts - DSCOVR EPIC

April 21, 2020

Did you know you can see near-live images of the entire sunlit side of the Earth and watch time-lapse videos as the Earth spins? You can, thanks to DSCOVR: EPIC ! EPIC is the Earth Polychromatic Imaging Camera that is onboard NOAA's Deep Space Climate Observatory (DSCOVR). The spacecraft orbits...

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Sound Wave Mondays - NASA's Curious Universe Only on Earth

April 20, 2020

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day this week, we're doing an Earth-themed takeover! We're kicking off the week with an episode of the NASA's Curious Universe podcast, Only on Earth . NASA doesn't only focus on what is in outer space, but also does extensive research on our...

Read more about Sound Wave Mondays - NASA's Curious Universe Only on Earth

Watercolor of Professor Hawking was completed in 2010 by Wildrose Hamilton
Serene Sundays - Wisdom from Professor Hawking

April 19, 2020

This week's Serene Sunday is brought to you by none other than theoretical physicist, Professor Stephen Hawking . We think his quote sums up how we're feeling lately, "Look up at the stars and not down at your feet. Try to make sense of what you see, and wonder about...

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Saturday Space Reels - Universe Today

April 18, 2020

If you love Astronomy Cast , then you’ll love Universe Today with Fraser Cain on YouTube! Tune in to learn things like "Can there be life without land?" or "How habitable is Titan?" Universe Today also covers current events in the world of astronomy like the mysterious dimming of Betelgeuse...

Read more about Saturday Space Reels - Universe Today

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Friday Flicks - Hidden Figures

April 17, 2020

These women are not so hidden anymore. Our movie recommendation this week is Hidden Figures ! Based on true events this film (and a book by Margot Lee Shetterly ) delves into the lives of three incredibly skilled and talented individuals within NASA — Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Dorothy...

Read more about Friday Flicks - Hidden Figures

Illustration of constellation Leo the Lion
Gaze Into the Cosmos on Thursday - Lions and Tigers and Bears, Oh My!

April 16, 2020

Lions and Tigers and Bears, Oh My! There are all kinds of amazing creatures in our skies. After you participate in the 8pm nightly howl and the weather clears --- look up! Leo the Lion is almost at the zenith (highest point in the sky). He's laying down with his...

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More Astronomy Resources

Photo of the Andromeda galaxy by Stephan Abraas Stargate Observatory in Canon City

Astronomy-related websites

Enjoy our favorite astronomy-related websites for up-to-date information on what’s up in the sky, NASA news, beautiful astronomy images, eclipses, satellites, plus more.

  • Astronomy magazine - The Sky this Week
  • Astronomy Picture of the Day - Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe
  • Heavens-Above - Information about artificial satellites, ISS, HST, and Iridium flares
  • International Dark Sky Association - Videos about Light Pollution
  • NASA - News and mission information
  • NASA - eClips: Bringing STEM alive through NASA real-world connections and a Special Edition newsletter for Earth Day
  • NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory videos - What’s Up, Mars Report, etc.
  • NASA Eclipse Information - Eclipses of the Sun and Moon
  • Sky & Telescope magazine - This Week’s Sky at a Glance
Losing the Dark still image from film of bright sky, trees and buildings

Learn about light pollution

You can learn more about light pollution and how you can help save our starry skies watch "Losing the Dark" from the International Dark Sky Association and Loch Ness Productions. Starry skies are a vanishing treasure because light pollution is washing away our view of the cosmos. It not only threatens astronomy but also disrupts wildlife, and affects human health. The glows over cities and towns — seen so clearly from space — are testament to the billions of dollars spent in wasted energy by lighting up the sky. The video introduces and illustrates some of the issues regarding light pollution and suggests three simple actions people can take to help mitigate it.

To learn more about local efforts to mitigate light pollution check out the Homeowner's Guide to Boulder's Outdoor Lighting Ordinance.

Hubble photo of a galaxy edge on

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