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Event Series Mystery of the Christmas Star

Mystery of the Christmas Star

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

Journey back 2000 years to Bethlehem as we seek to discover a scientific explanation for the Star the wise men followed to find the baby Jesus. Investigate possible dates for the birth of Christ and look at recorded sightings of significant historical and astronomical events during this timeframe. We’ll explore scientific explanations for celestial objects […]

Event Series Let it Snow: A Holiday Music Journey

Let it Snow: A Holiday Music Journey

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

Let it Snow features a new variety of festive classics from Frank Sinatra and Chuck Berry to Burl Ives and Brenda Lee, including a stunning multi-media finale by the Trans Siberian Orchestra.  The soundtrack is visually enhanced with thematic animation and is an entertaining experience for all ages, especially families. Tickets are $9 for general […]

Mexica Archaeoastronomy: Between Space and Time

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

Through impressive immersive scenarios, Mexica Archaeoastronomy: Between Space and Time illustrates the important role played by astronomical observation for the evolution of pre-Hispanic cultures in central Mexico. The Mexicas used the calendrical and astronomical knowledge inherited by their predecessor cultures to found the capital of their empire: Tenochtitlan. Vibrant colors, shapes and sounds transport the viewer […]

Meditations on Perihelion

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

On Saturday, December 10th the Versant Power Astronomy Center and Jordan Planetarium will present “Meditations on Perihelion”, a live performance of original electronic music and immersive visuals on the planetarium’s dome screen. The “Meditations” are a multi-sensory experience that invites audience members to contemplate and reflect on the dark quietude of the Winter Solstice, the […]

Event Series Mystery of the Christmas Star

Mystery of the Christmas Star

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

Journey back 2000 years to Bethlehem as we seek to discover a scientific explanation for the Star the wise men followed to find the baby Jesus. Investigate possible dates for the birth of Christ and look at recorded sightings of significant historical and astronomical events during this timeframe. We’ll explore scientific explanations for celestial objects […]

Event Series Let it Snow: A Holiday Music Journey

Let it Snow: A Holiday Music Journey

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

Let it Snow features a new variety of festive classics from Frank Sinatra and Chuck Berry to Burl Ives and Brenda Lee, including a stunning multi-media finale by the Trans Siberian Orchestra.  The soundtrack is visually enhanced with thematic animation and is an entertaining experience for all ages, especially families. Tickets are $9 for general […]

Earth, Moon, and Sun

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

Earth, Moon, & Sun is a fast-paced full dome demonstration of lunar phases, eclipses, day and night, the sun and other puzzling events with the help of a confused coyote. This program beautifully illustrates basic concepts like moon phases and seasons. Based on the trickster of Native American lore, Coyote is constantly corrected in his misunderstandings […]

Mexica Archaeoastronomy: Between Space and Time

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

Through impressive immersive scenarios, Mexica Archaeoastronomy: Between Space and Time illustrates the important role played by astronomical observation for the evolution of pre-Hispanic cultures in central Mexico. The Mexicas used the calendrical and astronomical knowledge inherited by their predecessor cultures to found the capital of their empire: Tenochtitlan. Vibrant colors, shapes and sounds transport the viewer […]

Event Series Mystery of the Christmas Star

Mystery of the Christmas Star

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

Journey back 2000 years to Bethlehem as we seek to discover a scientific explanation for the Star the wise men followed to find the baby Jesus. Investigate possible dates for the birth of Christ and look at recorded sightings of significant historical and astronomical events during this timeframe. We’ll explore scientific explanations for celestial objects […]

Event Series Let it Snow: A Holiday Music Journey

Let it Snow: A Holiday Music Journey

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States

Let it Snow features a new variety of festive classics from Frank Sinatra and Chuck Berry to Burl Ives and Brenda Lee, including a stunning multi-media finale by the Trans Siberian Orchestra.  The soundtrack is visually enhanced with thematic animation and is an entertaining experience for all ages, especially families. Tickets are $9 for general […]

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