List of Events
Astronomy Photographer of the Year
Experience an Earth’s-eye-view of the universe with spectacular space photography from around the world. Featuring 100 awe-inspiring images from The Royal Observatory Greenwich’s hugely popular ‘Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2018’ competition, this exhibition celebrates the very best in astrophotography and will be displayed at World Museum to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the moon landing on 20 July 1969.
Find out more »Museum of the Moon
Museum of the Moon is a touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram. Visit the free installation at the Museum until 1 January 2020. Since 2016 the Moon has been circling the globe, lighting up spaces from Bilbao to Beijing including abbeys and swimming pools. This six-metre model features meticulously detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface, ambient moonlight and an evolving soundscape. It's at the Museum in time for the fiftieth anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing, accompanied…
Find out more »Museum of the Moon
Museum of the Moon is a touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram. Measuring seven metres in diameter, the moon features 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface. At an approximate scale of 1:500,000, each centimetre of the internally lit spherical sculpture represents 5km of the moon’s surface*. Over its lifetime, the Museum of the Moon will be presented in a number of different ways both indoors and outdoors, so altering the experience and interpretation of the artwork. As…
Find out more »One Giant Leap: Talk, Tour and Picnic
One Giant Leap: Jodrell Bank and the Race to the Moon July 2019 will mark 50 years since humans first set foot on another celestial body. In this, the 50th anniversary year of the moon landing, we’re sharing the incredible story of Jodrell Bank’s role in the race to the Moon. Jodrell Bank has been at the heart of ground-breaking and world-leading science for over 70 years. In our fascinating new talk, One Giant Leap, you’ll discover newly released audio-visual material…
Find out more »Apollo 10 – Almost There
The Dress Rehearsal Join us for our Apollo packed school holiday period as we discover just how Charlie Brown and Snoopy nearly landed on the Moon. This dress rehearsal for a Moon landing brought the Apollo lunar module to 8.4 nautical miles (15.6 km) from the lunar surface, at the point where powered descent would begin on the actual landing. Its success enabled the first landing to be attempted on the Apollo 11 mission two months later.
Find out more »Marvellous Moons Exhibition
Discover more about the moons of the Solar System in this free exhibition. From our familiar Moon to the lava world of Io, or toxic lakes on Titan, this photo-led exhibition showcases the fantastic variety of moons in our Solar System. Moons are natural satellites that orbit planets, dwarf planets or asteroids. While Earth only has one moon, the Moon, nearly 200 moons have been discovered so far in our solar system alone. They come in many different shapes and…
Find out more »Space Explorers
The perfect show for younger visitors to our new digital planetarium. Explore the night sky and take a trip to the Moon before flying through the solar system to see a planet up close. Thursday 30th May at 15:20 Friday 31st May at15:20 Saturday 1st June at 11:20, 14:00, 15:20
Find out more »Moon Landing Memories
How do you remember the Moon landings? Get involved in our crowd-sourced history campaign to mark 50 years since the first Moon landings. This summer marks 50 years since the 1969 Apollo 11 Moon landing – one of the defining moments of the 20th century. To mark this historic anniversary, the Arts and Humanities Research Council and the UK Space Agency want to hear your memories of the Moon landings or how this iconic event has inspired you. Do you…
Find out more »Launch of publication ‘Pale Fire – New Writing on the Moon’ (The Frogmore Press)
The Frogmore Press is delighted to announce that Pale Fire, an anthology of new lunar poetry by more than sixty writers, edited by Alexandra Loske and illustrated by Fergus Hare, has just been published. 96 pages, ISBN 9780957068889 Join us at the launch at Fitzroy House, a beautiful historic building in Lewes, against a backdrop of Moon-themed art. There will be readings from several contributors and a chance to meet the editor Alexandra Loske and artist Fergus Hare. An exhibition…
Find out more »To the Moon & Back Again
It's our nearest celestial neighbour, but only 24 humans have ever made the epic voyage to the Moon and back. With the 50th anniversary of the Moon landings fast approaching, journey to the Moon and back with the help of three astronomy nerds from the Royal Observatory Edinburgh. A very general guide on the 'what', the 'where' and the 'how' of visiting our nearest neighbour. Some Lego may be involved too... Then sit back, relax with a free drink and…
Find out more »Meet the Moon
The Earth's celestial companion is a familiar sight in the night sky. But go there, and you'd find a very unfamiliar world: a world of extreme hot and cold, light and dark, a world where footprints last millennia, and where the light plays tricks on your senses. Even the journey to the Moon packs a surprise or two. In this new talk, science communicator and Apollo enthusiast Dr Ben Craven uses custom demonstrations to help you get to know the…
Find out more »The Mapping of the Moon: 1669-1969
Coinciding with the 50 year anniversary of the historic Apollo 11 moon landing this July, the exhibition explores 300 years of lunar and celestial cartography from early astronomers in the 17th century to the Apollo 11 mission in July 1969 and beyond. Highlights from the exhibition include signed memorabilia by astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Jim Lovell, alongside space race ephemera from international corporations marking the lunar landing. Also on display will be an exciting range of maps, globes,…
Find out more »Wally Funk’s Race for Space
In 1961, Wally Funk was among the Mercury 13, the first group of American pilots to pass the ‘Women in Space’ programme. Wally sailed through a series of rigorous physical and mental tests, with one of her scores beating all the male Mercury 7 astronauts’, including John Glenn’s, the first American in orbit. But just one week before the final phase of training, the programme was abruptly cancelled. A combination of politics and prejudice meant that none of the women…
Find out more »Museum of the Moon
Museum of the Moon is a touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram. Measuring seven metres in diameter, the moon features 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface. At an approximate scale of 1:500,000, each centimetre of the internally lit spherical sculpture represents 5km of the moon’s surface*. Over its lifetime, the Museum of the Moon will be presented in a number of different ways both indoors and outdoors, so altering the experience and interpretation of the artwork. As…
Find out more »Destination Space: Apollo – Free Live Science Show & Activities
Celebrate the momentous achievement of NASA’s 1969 Apollo 11 lunar mission with a FREE Destination Space live science show and themed activities, every weekend between 29 June and 21 July at Winchester Science Centre. In a brilliant interactive live science show, discover why and how humans travelled to the moon, and the immense challenges that were overcome to complete this incredible mission. Show times are: 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:30 and 15:30. Get hands-on with fun activities and challenges in the…
Find out more »Moon50 Festival
Join us this 13th to 21st July for a spectacular and memorable celebration of the Moon landings, and how they changed our lives. This week long festival of events offers the opportunity for families and communities to come together and share memories of the historic Moon landing, experience life in 1969 and talk about aspirations for the future. The week of festivities will conclude with a family party for everyone to enjoy where you will be an immersed in the…
Find out more »One Giant Leap – Planetarium Show
For most of human history, we've viewed our Moon with a sense of wonder. Take one giant leap back in time and visit some of the Apollo landing sites, before we take you on a journey into the depths of our solar system and beyond in our incredible fulldome digital Planetarium. Best for ages 8 and over. Shows daily throughout July 2019, please check our website for show times and tickets.
Find out more »One Small Step – Planetarium Show
With one small step into the fulldome digital Planetarium at Glasgow Science Centre you can take a trip to the Moon, land in the Sea of Tranquillity, then explore just a few of the 194 moons in our solar system. Best for ages 7 and under. Shows daily throughout July 2019, please check our website for show times and tickets.
Find out more »Space Steps: The Moon and Beyond
The Royal Photographic Society is pleased to announce Space Steps: The Moon and Beyond, an exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing - one of humankind's most extraordinary adventures. On 20 July 1969, astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin (‘Buzz’) Aldrin became the first men to set foot on the surface of the Moon. Space Steps commemorates this incredible milestone and the role photography played. The exhibition explores the journey of Apollo 11, illustrated by some of…
Find out more »Museum of the Moon
Museum of the Moon is a touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram. Measuring seven metres in diameter, the moon features 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface. At an approximate scale of 1:500,000, each centimetre of the internally lit spherical sculpture represents 5km of the moon’s surface. Over its lifetime, the Museum of the Moon will be presented in a number of different ways both indoors and outdoors, so altering the experience and interpretation of the artwork. As…
Find out more »Harrogate International Festivals: Museum of the Moon
Imagine having the moon close enough to be able to nip over to its dark side and see what’s happening in its nooks. Luke Jerram’s touring artwork Museum of the Moon allows you to do just that – well almost! To mark the 50th anniversary of the first man on the moon, Harrogate International Festivals will host an out of this world art installation at St Wilfrid’s Church. In situ for just over a week from the 7th – 14th…
Find out more »Free Lecture at Stonehenge – Moon: Art, Science, Culture by Dr Robert Massey and Dr Alexandra Loske
Humans have been fascinated with our nearest heavenly body, the Earth’s Moon, since prehistoric times. In 2019 it will be 50 years since we set foot on the Moon during the Apollo space missions. Join astronomer Dr Robert Massey and art historian Dr Alexandra Loske at Stonehenge Visitor Centre for an illustrated talk about how our obsession with the Moon has manifested itself in the sciences and visual arts, from earliest ritualistic drawings and objects, Romantic symbolism and silent movies,…
Find out more »Space is Ace: Lates at Eureka!
Make one giant leap over to Eureka! on Thursday 11th July to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission to the moon! Strictly adults-only. Join us for classic American TV food and alcohol, as you take one small step (or several medium-sized paces, if that’s how you roll) around our galleries, without the distraction of kids hogging the exhibits. For just £10 you can get all this intergalactic madness: - Hold a piece of the ACTUAL FLIPPING moon.…
Find out more »Dark Side of the Moon
An Immersive Journey Fifty years ago, the world watched in awe as the first humans landed on the surface of the Moon. On the eve of our week-long celebration of this stunning achievement, we are creating a truly unique experience, the National Space Centre team are working with Darkside The Pink Floyd Show to host a live performance in the Sir Patrick Moore Planetarium. Pink Floyd played a major part in the heady days of the 60’s and 70’s, creating…
Find out more »Apollo @ 50
A free exhibition of 23 posters produced by the West of London Astronomical Society covering the events that led up to the Space Race and the Apollo Moon missions, the missions themselves and the aftermath.
Find out more »Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Moon landing
The Monkton Stargazers will be celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the first Moon Landing on the Friday and Saturday 12 and 13 July from 6pm to 9pm each day. Why then, and not on the 20th? The Moon is at a good phase and is visible from 6pm whereas on the 20th it rises at midnight. We have many activities planned. Apart from a talk and viewing through the telescope, we can measure the distance to the Moon and its…
Find out more »Summer in Southside
This year, our FREE family festival goes intergalactic and explores the spectacle and wonders of outer space. Celebrating 50 years since the first moon landings, the streets of Southside around the theatre will be transformed into a lunar landscape for a whole weekend packed with performances, installations and extra-terrestrial antics from a list of ‘out of this world’ acts. We’re also turning Bullring Grand Central into a launchpad for the weekend. Summer in the City brings elements from Summer in…
Find out more »A Giant Leap: 1969 – 2019
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing... A Giant Leap: 1969 - 2019 Astronomy & Space Science Conference & Activity Day at Madley Environmental Study Centre (Near Hereford) HR2 9NH on Saturday 13th July, 11.00am - 4.30pm Speakers - exhibitions - demonstrations - family activities - Moon rocks - Apollo space suit and more! FREE ENTRY, EVERYONE WELCOME! To book, please follow the link: https://bit.ly/2IeEa7Z Enquiries: christianne@project-link.co.uk
Find out more »Destination Space: Mission Moon
It has been 50 years since humans first set foot on the moon surface. During our Destination Space: Mission Moon show we will find the ‘space’ to explore how the Apollo crew got to the lunar surface, what they discovered when they arrived and some intriguing facts about how this amazing space companion is so closely linked to our precious planet Earth. Shows are for 30 minutes and start at 2pm and 4pm - please check with the ticket desk…
Find out more »Moon50: Planetarium Late
Celebrating that one small step, this special edition of our Planetarium Lates will take you back to 1969. Spend your Saturday night under the stars, follow in the footsteps of Neil, Buzz, and Mike, before voyaging into the cosmos to explore the next giant leap.
Find out more »Radio Science Orchestra : Music out of the Moon (Preview)
The Radio Science Orchestra’s celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. Music out of the Moon uses live performance of original and adapted music, projected video, 3D sound and narration to chart the remarkable story of humanity’s journey to the Moon and its unexpected links to the birth of electronic music. Drawing on declassified archival footage, newspaper reports, 50's popular culture, and debut performances of period music, Music out of the Moon is a sonic time…
Find out more »St Michael’s Primary School Marvellous Moon Day!
We're spending a day celebrating 50 years since the Moon Landings with activities and a visit by children's author and illustrator Duncan Beedie, reading from his new book 'Molly's Moon Mission'. The children have entered a competition based on this and have made rockets, moons, astronauts and have painted pictures and written poems, comics and stories, as well as fact files. This is a school-based activity and not open to the public.
Find out more »50th Anniversary Moon Landing
Come celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first Moon Landing! Take part in drop-in activities, expert talks, and our show Exploring Our Solar System! This event is running as part of our summer theme, "Mars Odyssey". Don't forget to try your hand at manoeuvring our Martian rovers on a Mars landscape and learn a bit more about Mars.
Find out more »Dundee Science Centre’s Moon Landing Celebrations
Saturday 20th July marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo Moon landing missio and here at Dundee Science Centre we will be celebrating that unbelievable accomplishment by offering a variety of space-themed activities. If you fancy learning about what makes up our solar system, how rockets launch and much more, then come along to Dundee Science Centre on Tuesday 16th July! Activities will run 10am-5pm. Normal admission applies. We hope to see you there! Image Credit: NASA
Find out more »Apollo 11 installation launch and talk
You are invited to the launch of a new piece of sound art from minimalist composer and programmer Simon Belshaw. The Apollo 11 installation will be unveiled at St Thomas Library on Tues 16th July -the day Apollo 11 launch 50 years ago - Simon will talk about his work and will leave the piece at St Thomas library for a week. St Thomas is located at 35 Church Road Exeter - EX2 9AZ 01392 407061
Find out more »Royal Observatory Lunar Eclipse Livestream
This free online-only event will be livestreaming a spectacular view of the rising Moon as it is being partly eclipsed by Earth's shadow. On the 50th anniversary of the launch of Apollo 11, Royal Observatory Greenwich astronomers will be looking out from the top of the most historic building on the site, capturing live images of the partial lunar eclipse in progress. They'll be able to answer all your Moon questions live... from why the Moon goes a deep red…
Find out more »Apollo 11 installation (Music Machine 8)
An installation to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing. A playful, fun audio piece in a museum like display, push the buttons and hear Neil Armstrong speak! (But maybe not quite as you expected). Free event, available at library opening times. For a taster experience please visit: http://bit.ly/apollomm8
Find out more »Moon50: Moon to Mars – the Next Giant Leap
50 years ago, NASA dared to land humans on the Moon. Join NASA Solar System Ambassador Jason-Flor Sisante in the Planetarium at Glasgow Science Centre as we discuss the challenges facing the next giant leap: sending humans to Mars!
Find out more »Museum of the Moon
Museum of the Moon is a touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram. Measuring seven metres in diameter, the moon features 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface. At an approximate scale of 1:500,000, each centimetre of the internally lit spherical sculpture represents 5km of the moon’s surface. Over its lifetime, the Museum of the Moon will be presented in a number of different ways both indoors and outdoors, so altering the experience and interpretation of the artwork. As…
Find out more »Bluedot Festival
bluedot festival celebrates fifty years since the Moon Landings this July with a four-day spectacular combining music, science, cosmic culture and more beneath the Lovell Telescope. We have revealed our first wave of headliners – featuring Lovell Stage performances from Kraftwerk 3-D, New Order and Hot Chip, ground-breaking sets from the Grammy-nominated likes of Jon Hopkins and Tokimonsta, science and culture talks from Liz Bonnin, Helen Pankhurst, Jim Al-Khalili and Tom Shakespeare, and much more, including the full moon landings…
Find out more »Bluedot Festival
The bluedot festival 2019 is celebrating fifty years since the Moon Landing with a four-day spectacular combining music, science, cosmic culture and more beneath the Lovell Telescope at Jodrell Bank Observatory.
Find out more »Egglescliffe School Space Sessions
The Eagle has landed… Egglescliffe School & 6th Form College is proud to play a part in hosting celebrations to mark the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landings. On the 16th of July, 1969, Astronauts Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins and Edwin ‘Buzz’ Aldrin launched from Cape Kennedy in Florida. The mission was set to make history and accomplishing the goal set by President John F Kennedy in 1961. On 20th July, Armstrong and Aldrin touched down on the…
Find out more »Moon Festival
Moon Festival is a week long exploration of the Moon’s significance in culture taking place all around the borough of Greenwich (London) between July 19 – 26 2019. The festival showcases an eclectic programme including a series on women and the moon headlined by The Handmaid’s Tale author Margaret Atwood; a lecture by The Sky at Night presenter and self-confessed lunatic Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock, a transcendental club night beneath the hull of the Cutty Sark, late night Yoga + DJs…
Find out more »Royal International Air Tatttoo
Few events can rival the intensity, drama and spectacle on offer at the world's greatest airshow. The Air Tattoo returns this July to RAF Fairford with one of the most diverse flying displays in the world. The public theme for the 2019 Air Tattoo is Air and Space: Inspiring the Next Generation Air Force. As part of this theme we are curating a number of exhibitions around our TechnoZone® to celebrate the UK space industry - all held over 50th…
Find out more »The Moon
To celebrate 50 years since NASA’s Apollo 11 mission landed the first humans on the Moon, the National Maritime Museum stages The Moon, the UK’s biggest exhibition dedicated to Earth’s nearest celestial neighbour. Featuring over 180 objects - including real lunar samples and objects that have travelled to the Moon and back - the exhibition presents a cultural and scientific story of our relationship with the Moon over time and across civilisations. Visitors will explore how humans have used, understood…
Find out more »Re(En)Visioning Space Exploration: From the Moon Landing and Beyond
50 years ago, Neil Armstrong set foot on the Moon. Since, our fascination with sending people into space has not stopped and we are now contemplating sending people to Mars. But as we are doing so, looking back at the political, technological and social achievements and mistakes made during this enterprise can help us make our future explorations to Mars an even bigger success for all humanity. The talks contained in this seminar will examine the representations of the Moon…
Find out more »Hello Universe
This summer, join us for a mesmerising journey through the incredible sights and sounds of space. Look up and fuel your curiosity. Imagine remote galaxies and wonder who—or what—is out there. Hello Universe will take you on a voyage, from the earliest paintings of planets to today’s super-high definition photographs of deepest space. Get up close to a meteorite, come face-to-face with a Mars lander, then build your own probe, rover or rocket from Lego. Discover what space actually sounds…
Find out more »Destination Moon!
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo moon landings at Dynamic Earth and experience humanity's first voyage to another world through fun, family activities and demos. Watch explosive rocket launches, zoom across the lunar surface on a VR moon buggy and even create your own astronaut mission patch badge to take home. To top off your day grab some popcorn and head down to our ShowDome cinema to experience the moon landings in spectacular 360⁰ with our new movie CAPCOM…
Find out more »The Moon
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing at a major new exhibition in London. Opening on 19 July 2019, The Moon is the UK’s biggest exhibition dedicated to Earth’s celestial neighbour. Charting the cultural and scientific story of our relationship with the Moon, the exhibition features over 180 objects, including artefacts from NASA's Apollo 11 mission. Reconnect with the wonders of the Moon through artefacts, artworks and interactive moments, and discover how it has captivated and inspired…
Find out more »First Man Festival
Join the team from Go Stargazing for this family friendly weekend festival celebrating the 50th anniversary of the first Apollo moon landing... The event comprises two nights camping with enthusiastic amateur astronomers hosting family orientated activities including: - indoor planetarium shows - virtual reality rocket launch experience - astronomy talks and presentations - introduction to telescopes and telescope clinic - see the Moon, Saturn, Jupiter and deep sky objects through large telescopes - view the Sun using special solar telescopes…
Find out more »Moonbury Rings
Fifty years ago – man went to the moon. Dorchester will be celebrating this landmark in human history with a huge free outdoor event for the community. Over the weekend of July 19th to 21st July, Maumbury Rings will become Moonbury Rings with a three day festival for all ages featuring some great entertainment and lots of opportunities to join in. All overlooked by Luke Jerram's spectacular Museum of The Moon – a 7 metre diameter moon sculpture that will…
Find out more »Apollo 11 Space Lates and Sleepover
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of humankind landing on the moon the National Space Centre is hosting an exciting Space Lates, with an additional optional sleepover package. How would you like to spend the night in the galleries, have exclusive access to the Centre after hours and take part in special lunar mission workshops? With lots of activities, workshops, talks, breakfast and, of course, a most unusual place to sleep, we hope you will join us for this special evening…
Find out more »Footprints on the Moon fun day
Join university experts for a day of interactive games and demonstrations celebrating the 50th anniversary of the first moon landings in 1969.
Find out more »Radio Science Orchestra : Music out of the Moon
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first manned lunar landing and the centenary of the invention of the theremin, the Radio Science Orchestra presents "Music out of the Moon": an audio-visual spectacular charting the remarkable story of humanity’s journey to the Moon. Together with new music for the twenty-first century, the ensemble will resurrect and repurpose rare works for theremin and orchestra from Capitol Records' eponymous 1947 album, famously broadcast from translunar space by Neil Armstrong in 1969. The…
Find out more »IN THE STEPS OF APOLLO: from the first Moon landing to the Universe beyond…
Sound World and the planetarium team at We The Curious (WTC), Bristol have created a captivating new show, marking the 50th anniversary of the first manned flight to the moon and exploring the future of space travel. The show will feature five wonderful, specially commissioned string quartets (by leading composers Litha Efthymiou, Sadie Harrison, Julian Leeks, Michael Ellison and Emmy award winner Richard Blackford) which will be heard alongside five astronomical journeys taking the audience from the observations of ancient…
Find out more »Mini Professors Bristol East- Moon Landing Special
Mini Professors is bringing you a very special ALL NEW lesson plan in partnership with the UK Space Agency to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. We will be running 3 special sessions on Saturday 20th July at Emersons Green Village Hall. ?10am for 2-3 year olds ?11am for 3-4 year olds (pre-schoolers) ?12pm for 4-5 year olds (reception year) Only £7 to be part of this fantastic event!
Find out more »Inter-generational panel – moon memories!
On 20 July 1969, more than half a billion people gazed at their television screen to watch Apollo 11 land on the moon. Join us for our ‘Inter-generational Panel’ event, as Science Communicator, Emer Maguire speaks to a range of different panel members who remember this monumental and historic moment taking place. Our panel members all have a great passion for astronomy and include both experts in the field and non-experts. This event will include a Q&A session were visitors…
Find out more »Moon Landing Anniversary Weekend
Weekend of activities including rocket launching, creating craters, making Moon landers out of recycled materials and Destination Space drop-in activities. There will be a talk by National Space Academy lead educator Robin Mobbs on the evening of the 20th July with viewing through the historic telescopes.
Find out more »Moon Landing Anniversary Weekend
Open Evening with a talk about Apollo 11 by National Space Academy lead educator Robin Mobbs followed by viewing the night sky through The Centre's historic telescopes.
Find out more »We Look to the Moon
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing with the Bodleian Libraries. Find out how and why humans study the moon, and what the moon might tell us about humanity. Listen to lunar themed music, enjoy object handling stalls, visit our resident story-teller, try your hand at printing and craft activities, and engage with academics.
Find out more »Apollo 11 weekend at Eureka!
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landings with a weekend packed with space activities. Take one small step to Eureka! this half term to celebrate 50 years since the Moon Landing… To coincide with the anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission we’ll be running our Moon Mission space show and inviting budding space explorers to take part in astronaut training. Looking for space adventures? Join us for our Moon Mission show, exploring how people first landed on…
Find out more »50th anniversary family Moon Day
On 20 July 1969 the first person walked on the moon, and the sample of moon rock within the Museum’s collection was brought back to Earth. We’ll have moon samples that we are borrowing from NASA and you can put your face through the Buzz Aldrin cut out to have your photo taken actually holding a piece of the moon! Cardiff Astronomical Society will have a stand full of moon landing memorabilia and Usk Astronomical Society will bring their inflatable…
Find out more »Anniversary of the first moon landing 1969 – 2019
We'll be celebrating the anniversary of the moon landing, with children's crafts with mask making, puzzles, colouring in and we have the leeds Astronomical society bringing their model of the module that landed on the moon, telescope to see the moon during the day, puzzle and space footage.
Find out more »Family Show – Moon Landing 50th. Anniversary
Special Family show to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo Moon Landing. Rocket making for the kids afterwards (£1 charge to cover materials) £3 per seat - Please book via our ticket provider using the Book Now link. (Tickets available from Thurs 11th July) Doors Open 13:00 Show Starts 13:30 (No admitance once show starts) All Under 16s must be accompanied by an Adult
Find out more »Luna: a play about the Moon
For as long as we have turned our eyes to the sky we have been entranced by the moon. It controls our tides, stabilises our orbit, marks our time. And on July 20th 1969 two humans finally landed on its surface. Luna is a joyous adventure through humanity’s ongoing fascination with this mysterious lump of dead grey rock, from our earliest attempts to explain its ever-changing presence, to the extraordinary achievements that culminated in Neil Armstrong’s one small step. Playing…
Find out more »Moon Landings Week
20 July 2019 marks 50 years since humans first walked on the Moon. The achievement was so epic that one day is not enough to celebrate this anniversary, so we’re celebrating the Apollo 11 Moon landing for an entire week! Whether you’re old enough to remember watching the Moon landing or you have a child fascinated by space exploration (let’s be honest, who isn’t?!), there’s something for everyone for a fun family day out. Highlights include: Touch a genuine Moon…
Find out more »Destination Space Family show and activities.
Moon 50 Family Show Join in the Apollo 11 Moon Landing 50th celebrations with our Destination Space Moon Show! The interactive Moon 50 Show aims to answer some of the big questions: How did they get to the Moon? What did they find there? What does the Moon smell like? There will be opportunities to join in and get hands-on. Can you get to grips with the challenges the astronauts faced when working on the Moon? Show is due to…
Find out more »Small steps and giant leaps: The 50th anniversary of the moon landing
On 20 July 1969 humans landed on the moon for the very first time. 50 years later, our focus is now on Mars and beyond. What have we learned from over 50 years of space exploration? What do we still need to overcome? Join us for a space themed day full of talks, demos and activities to explore these questions and more. Doors will be open from 12.00pm until 6.00pm so you can either stay for the whole day or…
Find out more »Mission Moon – Science Theatre Show
See how Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins made it there and back in our exciting live science theatre show. We’ll look at rocket power and the dangerous ride to the Moon, we’ll explore the invisible dangers of space and even follow the Apollo missions’ explorations of the lunar surface. Sit tight and delve into the science and history of one of humanity’s greatest adventures!
Find out more »The Moon – Planetarium Show
Step foot into our planetarium and experience all things Moon. Together we’ll explore its myths and legends and find out why it’s so important to all of us on Earth. We’ll also look at our missions to the Moon, focusing on the amazing journey into the unknown as well as what mankind has planned for the future. So, sit back, relax and enjoy the Moon! Suitable for ages 7+.
Find out more »Mini Professors Moon Landing Special
A class for 2-6 year olds and their grown ups. Join us for a special class to commemorate the Moon Landing 50th Anniversary. Find out what it was like to be the first people to land on the moon. What did they eat? How long did it take them to get there? With hands on experiments we will discover how craters are made on the moon and about lunar phases. Try some space food! You will be able to take…
Find out more »One Small Step, One Giant Celebration!
On July 20th 1969 the Apollo 11 space mission landed the first human beings on the moon. It is one of the most talked-about moments in history and considered as one of the greatest achievements of mankind. Join us at Catalyst to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. Come and meet trainee astronaut Dr Jackie Bell, star of the BBC Programme Astronauts : Do you have what it takes? Additional activities will include : ~ Real moon rocks…
Find out more »Apollo 50
One of Cornwall’s most iconic locations Goonhilly Earth Station staging an event this summer to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Moon Landing has released further details about the programme of events. Apollo 50 is a one-off special event on Saturday 20th July that will celebrate this monumental anniversary of history with an educational and entertaining day of music, science, art, and culture. The Goonhilly satellite communications site based on Cornwall’s Lizard peninsula played a pivotal role in broadcasting the…
Find out more »Moon Landing Week
Celebrating 50 years since humans first walked on the Moon. 20 July 2019 marks 50 years since humans first walked on the Moon. The achievement was so epic that one day is not enough to celebrate this anniversary, so we’re celebrating the Apollo 11 Moon landing for an entire week at Life Science Centre! Whether you’re old enough to remember watching the Moon landing or you have a child fascinated by space exploration (let’s be honest, who isn’t?!), there’s something…
Find out more »Back to the Moon #Moon50
'The Eagle has landed' Fifty years ago, the first humans landed on Earth’s closest neighbour, the moon. We are now entering a new space race to the Moon, to Mars and beyond! Join us for a week-long celebration of the 50th anniversary of the moon landing as we highlight the amazing achievements of the Apollo missions, learn more about our celestial neighbour and look ahead at the future of space exploration. This event runs on the following days and times:…
Find out more »Fly Me To The Moon
A celebration of the 50th anniversary of the first manned moon landing. Offers some 'luna' fun for all the family. Exhibition of space history and technology, space science, competition ( children's pictures of space) memorabilia, various stalls, tombola, raffle as well as a chance to watch the aircraft and a chance to win a free flight in a light aircraft. Entry is free but ideally tickets needed in advance, available from the airfield. Food available all day.
Find out more »One Small Step – 50 Years On
One Small Step is the epic event at Techniquest Glyndŵr in July 2019 celebrating man's greatest achievement, walking on the surface of the moon. Over the weekend of July 20th and 21st we've a whole host of activities and special events to mark the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11. Stay in touch with Techniquest Glyndwr and on www.tqg.org.uk for events and activities being added.
Find out more »50 years Anniversary of the first moon landing 1969 – 2019
We'll be celebrating the anniversary of the moon landing, with children's crafts with mask making, puzzles, colouring in and we have the leeds Astronomical society bringing their model of the module that landed on the moon, telescope to see the moon during the day, puzzle and space footage.
Find out more »Family Day: Postcards from the Moon
What’s it like to be an astronaut? Where did the Moon come from? What’s the future of humans in space? You’ll find the answers to these questions (and more!) at the Institute of Physics’ new family-friendly exhibition: The Moon Adventure. Get creative and design a postcard of your very own moon adventure, with visual artist Helen Schell. Free snacks and nibbles will be available throughout the day.
Find out more »A Celebration of 50 Years since Apollo 11.
A family event of 5x afternoon planetarium shows and an evening audience-participation presentation to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Lunar landing. Come and learn all about the lunar landings, and what it took to get the two astronauts onto the Sea of Tranquillity. In the planetarium we'll take you to the Moon's surface and witness the nail-biting landing, with less than 60 seconds of landing fuel left.
Find out more »Moon50: Muppets from Space
Bring the whole family to celebrate the 50th anniversary of that first small step. We'll take you on a trip to the Moon, then journey into the solar system in our live, presenter led show "One Small Step". After that, you can settle into your seats and enjoy "Muppets from Space", an out-of-this-world adventure for Kermit and the gang as they try to reunite Gonzo with his long lost family.
Find out more »Mini Professors
A very special Moon Landing 50th Anniversary class for all Mini Professors aged 2-5 years old! We have 40 minutes of moon fun, especially designed for little ones, including a bespoke video, two hands on activities, a story all about our topic and much, much more. Sessions running at 2pm & 3pm. Find out about this event and book at www.miniprofessors.com/nuneaton. Limited spaces, pre-booking essential.
Find out more »Meet the Expert – Professor Alan Fitzsimmons – The Future of Astrophysics
Join us for ‘The Future of Astrophysics’ as Professor Alan Fitzsimmons answers all of your cosmic questions! Professor Fitzsimmons is an astronomer in the QUB Astrophysics Research Centre and his primary research focuses on comets, asteroids and minor bodies in our solar system. In this lecture, Professor Fitzsimmons will untangle the complexities of what we see when we look to the future of our incredible universe or gaze into its extraordinary past. Both reveal unexpected wonders of science! A Q&A…
Find out more »Moon Landing Party
To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the 1st Apollo moon landing on the 20th July 1969, Thinktank is holding a very special party. This evening event will allow you to experience Thinktank at night and take part in some great Moon themed activities. Destination Space Moon Show Brand new 4K planetarium experience looking at the moon from every angle Moon themed activities as you explore the museum including a change to hold a an actual piece of moon rock Silent…
Find out more »Apollo 11 Space Lates and Sleepover
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of humankind landing on the moon the National Space Centre is hosting an exciting Space Lates, with an additional optional sleepover package. How would you like to spend the night in the galleries, have exclusive access to the Centre after hours and take part in special lunar mission workshops? With lots of activities, workshops, talks, breakfast and, of course, a most unusual place to sleep, we hope you will join us for this special evening…
Find out more »Moon50 Landing Party
Join us on July 20th for an unmissable one-off family party, exactly 50 years from the moment we landed on the moon. Delve into our very best space themed experiences, and be transported back in time in our retro moon memories living room. Dress up, and discover how the moon landings inspired us to think big, make peace and look after our planet. Glasgow Science Centre takes you back to 1969 with flower power and of course celebrating humankind's first…
Find out more »After Dark – Apollo Anniversary Special
Celebrate the momentous achievement of the 1969 Apollo mission at this special After Dark event, which includes a virtual Moon landing at 21:17 in the newly upgraded planetarium, the exact moment the Apollo astronauts touched down. Fun Moon-themed activities will be taking place in the Invention Studio, including an opportunity to taste space food, smell the Moon and handle a little piece of the actual Moon. The evening includes new Planetarium film show CAPCOM GO! at 19:17, exactly two hours…
Find out more »Moon50 Landing Party
Join us on July 20th for an unmissable one-off family party, exactly 50 years from the moment we landed on the Moon. Delve into our very best space themed experiences, and be transported back in time in our retro Moon memories living room. Dress up, and discover how the Moon landings inspired us to think big, make peace and look after our planet. Glasgow Science Centre takes you back to 1969 with flower power and of course celebrating humankind's first…
Find out more »Hall for Gwinear Film Club showing; First Man (2018)
On the 50th anniversary of the Moon landing! A look at the life of the astronaut, Neil Armstrong, and the legendary space mission that led him to become the first man to walk on the Moon on July 20, 1969. Multiple Oscar and BAFTA nominations. Starring Ryan Gosling, Claire Foy, Jason Clarke. Written by Josh Singer (screenplay), James R. Hansen (book). Directed by Damien Chazelle. Moon themed goodies will be served.
Find out more »50th Anniversary of Apollo 11
Tonight's open evening of the Norman Lockyer Observatory will be a special event celebrating the 50th anniversary of the first Apollo moon landing including a presentation, planetarium show and historic telescope tour with viewing if clear.
Find out more »Apollo For All Mankind : Barbican London
On the 50th anniversary of the Apollo moon landings, Icebreaker perform their multi-media reworking of Brian Eno’s Apollo album alongside works from eclectic ground-breaking composers. Featuring pedal steel guitarist BJ Cole, film from Al Reinert’s documentary about the Apollo space missions, For All Mankind, and music by Brian Eno, Roger Eno and Daniel Lanois, Icebreaker’s piece captures the excitement and awe of the time. Widely regarded as Eno’s most significant work, the music matches the beauty and tranquillity of the…
Find out more »Apollo 11 50th Anniversary: Open Day at BIS HQ
The British Interplanetary Society opens its HQ to the public for a tour that will include: - a talk describing the Apollo 11 mission in various technical details, plus a brief history of the BIS, - a turn at our Lunar Landing Simulator to experience the final phases of Apollo 11 landing, - a tour of our facilities, including our extensive world-renowned library, - a display of Apollo original photos, documents and technical schematics, - a show of original space…
Find out more »Mini Professors classes for 2-7 year olds! The Moon!
Mini Professors has come together with the UK Space Agency to create an extra special lesson all about The Moon! Our Mini Professor can enjoy one of our fun and interactive classes wearing their own little lab coat, and learn lots about the Moon and how we get there! We have two fun experiments, a story and bespoke video! The session lasts for 40 minutes and is held at the wonderful Greens Windmill and Science Centre. As a special one…
Find out more »‘Learn to be an Astronaut’
‘Learn to be an Astronaut’ is a free science fun day. The event is hosted by the Institute of Physics, Thomas Hardye School and Dorchester Town Council. Come and take part in a range of ‘tests’ involving local scientists and learn about what it takes to be an astronaut. We will provide you with an astronaut training card and you will be invited to take part in lots of fun activities to evaluate your mental and physical abilities and show…
Find out more »Moon Landing Anniversary Weekend
A weekend of activities including rocket launching, creating craters, making Moon landers out of recycled materials, Destination Space Apollo Science Show and drop-in activities.
Find out more »Installation of Moon Dial in the garden of J.M.W Turner’s House in Twickenham, London
Artist in residence at Turner's House, Nicky Carvell will install "Moon Dial" in the garden of the house that J.M.W Turner designed for himself in Twickenham on July 21st. It evokes the magic of a moonlit garden and was inspired by Turner’s nighttime painting, Fishermen at Sea (The first oil painting Turner exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1796 and now at Tate Britain). The focal point is an abstract moon above a tower, which he had designed in one…
Find out more »Sci-Fi Sunday: First Man
Sci-Fi Sunday gets the Moon treatment! The Oscar-winning adaptation of James R. Hansen's biography of astronaut Neil Armstrong brings to life the early days of the Apollo programme, the sheer ambition of the Space Race, and the human story behind one of the greatest achievements in history. Spend Sunday evening under the stars in our fulldome digital planetarium, while one of our expert astronomers whisks you off into the cosmos, before settling back to enjoy the film with a drink,…
Find out more »Happy Birthday Tranquility Base
Only 24 humans have ever gone to the Moon. Only twelve of those have walked on the surface of our nearest neighbour. One brought some tartan along for the ride. Journey with a space-race geek who never got to see a Saturn V fly and still won't forgive himself for missing a Space Shuttle launch. How did we do it? Why did we do it? What the heck does "SCE to AUX" mean?. About the Speaker: Alastair completed his astronomy…
Find out more »The Moon Adventure
Join us for a summer of physics fun as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first people to walk on the Moon. What’s it like to be an astronaut? Where did the Moon come from? What’s the future of humans in space? You’ll find the answers to these questions (and more!) at the Institute of Physics’ new family-friendly exhibition: The Moon Adventure. Get hands-on with family friendly physics experiments, be creative with arts and crafts activities and find out…
Find out more »Apollo50 – Russian
This summer, we are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the first humans to walk on the Moon. The achievements of the Space Race was driven, in part, by the tensions between the USA and USSR during the Cold War. To mark this, come and learn some Russian and find out about Sochi - one of Cheltenham's twin towns. You can drop-in to the science centre in Coronation Square, Cheltenham at any time between 10am and 12:30pm. You can also explore…
Find out more »Astronaut Training Camp with Susie Imber
Complete our astronaut training camp and see if you’ve got what it takes to be an astronaut. Can you assemble equipment in space, carry out scientific research or manage a space walk? Complete all the training challenges to earn your certificate. No need to book just drop in. £2.50 per child. Book onto a Q&A session with Susie Imber, winner of BBC2’s Astronauts: Do you have what it takes? and quiz her about her astronaut training. Susie is an Associate…
Find out more »Show and Tell: Moon Rock at Market Hall Museum
This time 50 years ago, men had landed on the Moon for the first time and returned safely to Earth. After five more successful missions the programme stopped, and no-one has returned ever since. One of the legacies of NASA's Apollo missions was a large quantity of rock and soil from the lunar surface, which has shed light on the history of the Moon and our own planet. This talk focuses on some lunar samples that are on display in…
Find out more »By the Light of the Silvery Earth: our moon in science and science fiction
A fascinating exploration of the science of the moon and space travel in science-fiction with Associate Professor Elizabeth Stanway from Warwick University’s Astronomy and Astrophysics group. Curator Jon Radley will also give a short talk on the moon rock specimen on loan to the museum for the summer. Part of our celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the first moon landing. £7.50, book at www.warwickshire.gov.uk/heritageboxoffice
Find out more »To the Moon and Beyond – free family activity
Visit the free exhibition on the ground floor on the first moon landing and see a piece of the moon. Come upstairs and add to our own solar system art work in the First Museum Gallery, lie back and watch the new planets and satellites orbit the sun inside our black hole tent. Space themed dressing up, toys and books also available to explore.
Find out more »Celebrating 50th Anniversary of Moon Landings
Weekly 2 hour workshops throughout the school summer holidays with Moon based activities, arts & crafts and guest speakers. 24/7/19 - 16/8/19. An all day exhibition and family fun day 22/8/19
Find out more »Show and Tell: Moon Rock at Market Hall Museum
This time 50 years ago, men had landed on the Moon for the first time and returned safely to Earth. After five more successful missions the programme stopped, and no-one has returned ever since. One of the legacies of NASA's Apollo missions was a large quantity of rock and soil from the lunar surface, which has shed light on the history of the Moon and our own planet. This talk focuses on some lunar samples that are on display in…
Find out more »Moon Season Film Screening: First Man
Ryan Gosling portrays legendary astronaut Neil Armstrong in this high-intensity dramatic telling of his epic mission to the Moon where he took his famous giant leap for mankind on 20 July 1969. Before the screening, enjoy a special guest introduction by TV presenter Dallas Campbell, featuring a replica of Armstrong's suit created by an artist who worked on the film, Ryan Nagata. Part of 'Moon Season' at Royal Museums Greenwich in conjuction with The Moon exhibition (opening July 19th).
Find out more »Build a Moon Village
Join us for a creative weekday workshop as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first people to walk on the Moon. What’s it like to be an astronaut? Where did the Moon come from? What’s the future of humans in space? You’ll find the answers to these questions (and more!) at the Institute of Physics’ new family-friendly exhibition: The Moon Adventure. Bring your imaginations and help us build a moon village! Build structures and vehicles that you think humans…
Find out more »Mad Science – Surviving on an Alien Planet
Workshops at 10.15am - 11.15am, 11.30am - 12.30pm and 1.30pm - 2.30pm Join Mad Science to explore how we might survive on an alien planet and make your own alien slime to take home. Suitable for 6+ years. Workshops last 1 hour. Tickets £5 per child. Pre-booking essential at www.warwickshire.gov.uk/heritageboxoffice, ticket includes the Moon and the Stars drop in event. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »The Moon and Stars
Learn about the phases of the moon and the life of a star. Do you know where our closest star is? Make a moon mobile to take home. Drop in, £2.50 per child. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »Movies and Observing
Showing of Apollo 11 movie (11am), and evening showing of Alien (7:30pm) followed by stargazing on site (10pm) with local society telescopes (in association with Redditch Astronomical Society (www.redditchastro.org.uk).
Find out more »Explorer Dome: The Wonder of Space
Crawl into the darkened dome and discover the worlds that glitter in our night sky... Our Earth, our Sun, our solar system and our place in space. A fantastic introduction to one of the most inspiring topics, this is an interactive guide to our local neighbourhood and beyond with the opportunity to ask big questions, explore interests and learn how to spot the constellations in the sky tonight. Come along to one of the exciting Explorer Dome sessions taking place…
Find out more »Mad Science – Space and Satellites
Join Mad Science to explore space and space travel. Become a space engineer and build a working robot. Please note you won’t be able to take the robots home with you. Tickets £5 per child, Pre-booking essential . at www.warwickshire.gov.uk/heritageboxofficeTicket includes the Rockets and Robots drop in event. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Workshops at 10.15am - 11.15am, 11.30am - 12.30pm and 1.30pm - 2.30pm
Find out more »Rockets and Robots
We need rockets to reach space and robots to help us live in space and explore planets. Come make your own mini rocket to launch across the museum and space robot to take home. No need to book just drop in. £2.50 per child. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »The Festival Of The Moon, Wakefield
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of NASA’s famous moon landing with The Festival Of The Moon at Wakefield’s former Market Hall, two weeks of mostly FREE music, dance, theatre, art workshops, wellbeing, kids’ activities for the school holidays and much, much more. It all starts on Fri 23 August 2019 with a free launch party and runs until Sun 8 September 2019. The festival’s centre-piece is a stunning artwork Museum of the Moon by artist Luke Jerram. Suspended high up from…
Find out more »FREE FILM – LUNA FLIX Outdoor Cinema screens THE DISH
LUNA FLIX invites you to a FREE celebration show marking the historic landing on the moon (after all, we are 'LUNA' FLIX). We're screening 'THE DISH', a VERY funny and highly recommended Australian comedy, starring Sam Neill, based on a little known fact of the Apollo 11 mission - see more below. Join us for this charming family movie (12A) on the grounds of Woodland Manor - (located off the A6, between Rushden & Bedford) To attend - GET TICKETS…
Find out more »Early Explorers – AstroTots
EARLY EXPLORERS: ASTROTOTS DATE: MON 26 AUG 2019 – TUES 27 AUG 2019 TIME: 9:30AM – 11:00AM, 11:15AM - 12:45PM, AND 1:00PM-2:30PM Early Explorers is a special themed event for 3-5-year-olds to encourage discovery through play, asking questions, and exploration! 3-5-year-olds will explore how we go to space and what is out there in this interactive and engaging session all about space! Admission - Children aged 3-5 years £4.75 each, adults free of charge, siblings 1-2 years £2.50 for snack…
Find out more »Arty Tots go to the Moon
Explore our magical moon and space with some amazing space themed crafts to take home. No need to book just drop in. £2.50 per child. Suitable for 5 and under, older siblings welcome. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »Moon Season Film Screening: In the Shadow of the Moon
The incredible stories of the Apollo astronauts, from their voyages to the Moon to life afterwards. This documentary is filled with breath-taking footage from the missions and we hear directly from the brave crews that went there and returned. After experiencing the “magnificent desolation” of this screening, a Royal Observatory astronomer will take a look at the technological breakthroughs that paved the way to going to the Moon and leave you with some food for thought to the question: should…
Find out more »UK Space Conference: ‘Moon Tours’
As part of the UK Space Conference, year 8 students from across South Wales will take part in a variety of Moon-themed activities. These will include a mobile planetarium, a 'tour' of Luke Jerram's giant 3D Moon and a series of Moon related activities. Please note, school groups will be booked into this through the UK Space Agency and this event is NOT open to the general public. If you work, or are interested in working, in the UK Space…
Find out more »Meet Dr Andy Aldrin, President, Aldrin Family Foundation
Having connected to the school via video call in our Space Age Sessions day in July 2019, we are excited and honoured to hold an evening where Dr. Andy Aldrin and Jim Christensen of ShareSpace Education will be visiting Egglescliffe School and speaking to an audience about their experiences of Space and their dreams and vision for the future. This is an astonishing opportunity to link up with two esteemed figures in the space industry who are coming across to…
Find out more »1969 And All That
1969 And All That; 50 years since the moon landings and 50 years of The Open University by Professor Monica Grady Professor of Planetary and Space Science at The Open University, Monica Grady is most well known for her work on meteorites. She has an asteroid named after her and has spoken before about voyages in Space and Time. This talk explores developments in the 50 yrs since man walked on the Moon and The Open University was born. Expect…
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