One of the world's most politically explosive and intellectually enlivening scientific instruments - the telescope is an important tool in history.
Kris Koenig will lead us through a stunning chronicle of the history of the telescope from the time of Galileo, its profound impact upon the science of astronomy, and how both shape the way we view ourselves in the midst of an infinite universe.
Lectures start promptly at 7:30 PM. Please arrive early as there are no seat reservationsDoors open at 7 PM with free locally grown goodies offered by Foothill Farmer's Market growers!
$9 Members & Students; $12 General Public
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*Don't forget to bring money for the raffle - a copy of 400 Years of the Telescope will be available!
Official Website: http://www.placernaturecenter.org/lectures/2010-2011/kriskoenig-telescope.html
Added by Placer_Nature_Center on January 5, 2011