Cosmic Colors
From northern lights to garden flowers, color fills our lives and “Cosmic Colors” explains how we use the rainbow to see, understand and explore our universe. Visitors learn more about […]
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Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United States
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Totality: Explore the Wonder of Eclipses
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesExplore the incredible phenomena of Eclipses, both Lunar and Solar. How and why do they occur? What can we observe and learn from these spectacular displays of nature? Take a […]
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Perseid Meteor Shower
In cooperation with the Hirundo Wildlife Refuge, we will be hosting a meteor viewing star party at the Maynard F. Jordan Observatory, located just behind the Emera Astronomy Center. The […]
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Polaris: Mystery of the Polar Night
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesA traveling penguin from the South Pole and a funny polar bear from the North pole meet on arctic sea ice. They become friends observing the night sky together and […]
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Secret of the Cardboard Rocket
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesJoin two children on a magical journey through the Solar System, aided by a talking astronomy book, a cardboard rocket, and a vivid imagination. During this imaginative show, audiences will […]
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Little Star that Could
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesIt’s hard to be a little star in a big universe! Join a medium sized, yellow star as he makes his way through space. In his travels, he meets many […]
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Totality: Explore the Wonder of Eclipses
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesExplore the incredible phenomena of Eclipses, both Lunar and Solar. How and why do they occur? What can we observe and learn from these spectacular displays of nature? Take a […]
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Totality: Explore the Wonder of Eclipses
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesExplore the incredible phenomena of Eclipses, both Lunar and Solar. How and why do they occur? What can we observe and learn from these spectacular displays of nature? Take a […]
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Polaris: Mystery of the Polar Night
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesA traveling penguin from the South Pole and a funny polar bear from the North pole meet on arctic sea ice. They become friends observing the night sky together and […]
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Totality: Explore the Wonder of Eclipses
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesExplore the incredible phenomena of Eclipses, both Lunar and Solar. How and why do they occur? What can we observe and learn from these spectacular displays of nature? Take a […]
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Totality: Explore the Wonder of Eclipses
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesExplore the incredible phenomena of Eclipses, both Lunar and Solar. How and why do they occur? What can we observe and learn from these spectacular displays of nature? Take a […]
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Totality: Explore the Wonder of Eclipses
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesExplore the incredible phenomena of Eclipses, both Lunar and Solar. How and why do they occur? What can we observe and learn from these spectacular displays of nature? Take a […]
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Solar Eclipse
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesWhile here in Maine we will be unable to see a total solar eclipse, we will be able to see about 60% of the sun's disk covered by the moon. These […]
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Black Holes
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesThe attraction of Black Holes is more than just gravitational. These mysterious graveyards of dead stars have fascinated generations. “Black Holes” explores the history, physics, and mystery of these reality-bending […]
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Magic Treehouse: Space Mission
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesTravel with the brother-sister duo, Jack and Annie, in their Magic Treehouse as they discover a note that asks them to answer a series of six questions about space. With […]
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Totality: Explore the Wonder of Eclipses
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesExplore the incredible phenomena of Eclipses, both Lunar and Solar. How and why do they occur? What can we observe and learn from these spectacular displays of nature? Take a […]
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Asteroid: Mission Extreme
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesAsteroid: Mission Extreme takes audiences on an epic journey to discover how asteroids are both a danger and an opportunity. The danger lies in the possibility of a cataclysmic collision […]
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Polaris: Mystery of the Polar Night
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesA traveling penguin from the South Pole and a funny polar bear from the North pole meet on arctic sea ice. They become friends observing the night sky together and […]
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Dynamic Earth
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesExplore the inner workings of Earth’s climate system with visualizations based on satellite monitoring data and advanced supercomputer simulations. This exciting program follows a trail of energy that flows from […]
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Astronaut
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesThe exploration of space is the greatest endeavor that humankind has ever undertaken. What does it take to be part of this incredible journey? What does it take to become […]
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Life of Trees
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesIn The Life of Trees a cheeky ladybug called Dolores and a quirky firefly called Mike take the audience on an adventurous journey of exploration into the wondrous world of […]
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The To-Night Show at the Emera Astronomy Center
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesIn this all-live late night talk show styled planetarium program, your host will bring you the latest and greatest in astronomy news including NASA missions, new discoveries, and plenty of […]
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In My Backyard
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesWith song and colorful animation it is an adventure to explore a backyard like this one with children’s song writer, Fred Penner, of Nickelodeon fame. His excitement and love of […]
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In My Backyard
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesWith song and colorful animation it is an adventure to explore a backyard like this one with children’s song writer, Fred Penner, of Nickelodeon fame. His excitement and love of […]
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In My Backyard
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesWith song and colorful animation it is an adventure to explore a backyard like this one with children’s song writer, Fred Penner, of Nickelodeon fame. His excitement and love of […]
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From Earth to the Universe
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesThe night sky, both beautiful and mysterious, has been the subject of campfire stories, ancient myths and awe for as long as there have been people. A desire to comprehend […]
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Friends and Family Weekend
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesJoin us at the Emera Astronomy Center for Friends & Family Weekend at the University of Maine! We are please to offer a special set of programs throughout the weekend, […]
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Dynamic Earth
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesExplore the inner workings of Earth’s climate system with visualizations based on satellite monitoring data and advanced supercomputer simulations. This exciting program follows a trail of energy that flows from […]
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Dream to Fly
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesHave you ever dreamt you were flying? Have you ever thought how wonderful would it be to fly free as a bird? Discover the mystery of flight with Leonardo da […]
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Dawn of the Space Age
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesExperience the exciting beginnings of space travel, from the launch of Sputnik 1 to the Apollo landings on the Moon, and from the assembly of the International Space Station to […]
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Black Holes
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesThe attraction of Black Holes is more than just gravitational. These mysterious graveyards of dead stars have fascinated generations. “Black Holes” explores the history, physics, and mystery of these reality-bending […]
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From Earth to the Universe
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesThe night sky, both beautiful and mysterious, has been the subject of campfire stories, ancient myths and awe for as long as there have been people. A desire to comprehend […]
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Asteroid: Mission Extreme
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesAsteroid: Mission Extreme takes audiences on an epic journey to discover how asteroids are both a danger and an opportunity. The danger lies in the possibility of a cataclysmic collision […]
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In My Backyard
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesWith song and colorful animation it is an adventure to explore a backyard like this one with children’s song writer, Fred Penner, of Nickelodeon fame. His excitement and love of […]
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Legends of the Night Sky – Perseus and Andromeda
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesPerseus and Andromeda is a fun-filled retelling of the tale of the beautiful but unfortunate princess Andromeda, who in divine punishment for her mother’s bragging, is sacrificed to a sea […]
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Polaris: Mystery of the Polar Night
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesA traveling penguin from the South Pole and a funny polar bear from the North pole meet on arctic sea ice. They become friends observing the night sky together and […]
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Science Lecture Series: Dr. Michaela Reagan
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesPotential Cancer Cures Leveraging 3D Tissue Engineering and Bone Marrow Models Thursday, October 5 at 7:00 pm Join us as we explore new ways to develop 3D models of cancer […]
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Mysteries of the Unseen World
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesTake an extraordinary journey into unseen worlds and hidden dimensions beyond our normal vision to uncover the mysteries of things too fast, too slow, too small or simply invisible. What […]
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Legends of the Night Sky – Perseus and Andromeda
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesPerseus and Andromeda is a fun-filled retelling of the tale of the beautiful but unfortunate princess Andromeda, who in divine punishment for her mother’s bragging, is sacrificed to a sea […]
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Mysteries of the Unseen World
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesTake an extraordinary journey into unseen worlds and hidden dimensions beyond our normal vision to uncover the mysteries of things too fast, too slow, too small or simply invisible. What […]
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Legends of the Night Sky – Perseus and Andromeda
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesPerseus and Andromeda is a fun-filled retelling of the tale of the beautiful but unfortunate princess Andromeda, who in divine punishment for her mother’s bragging, is sacrificed to a sea […]
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Mysteries of the Unseen World
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesTake an extraordinary journey into unseen worlds and hidden dimensions beyond our normal vision to uncover the mysteries of things too fast, too slow, too small or simply invisible. What […]
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Legends of the Night Sky – Perseus and Andromeda
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesPerseus and Andromeda is a fun-filled retelling of the tale of the beautiful but unfortunate princess Andromeda, who in divine punishment for her mother’s bragging, is sacrificed to a sea […]
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Mysteries of the Unseen World
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesTake an extraordinary journey into unseen worlds and hidden dimensions beyond our normal vision to uncover the mysteries of things too fast, too slow, too small or simply invisible. What […]
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Legends of the Night Sky – Perseus and Andromeda
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesPerseus and Andromeda is a fun-filled retelling of the tale of the beautiful but unfortunate princess Andromeda, who in divine punishment for her mother’s bragging, is sacrificed to a sea […]
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Halloween: Celestial Origins
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesVampires, Witches, Goblins, and other spooky creatures! What do you associate with Halloween? Trick-or-Treating, costumes, or something more… Be it ghoulish or ghostly, Halloween is an astronomical holiday! Experience the […]
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Phantom of the Universe
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesFrom the journey of protons racing through the world’s largest particle collider to up-close views of the Big Bang and emergent universe, and the nearly mile-deep descent to an underground […]
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Cosmic Journey
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesVolcanoes tower 80,000 feet above a barren surface. Monstrous hurricanes rage for 400 years. And multicolored rings sit suspended in space. In Cosmic Journey: A Solar system Adventure, you will travel through […]
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Magic Treehouse: Space Mission
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesTravel with the brother-sister duo, Jack and Annie, in their Magic Treehouse as they discover a note that asks them to answer a series of six questions about space. With […]
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Phantom of the Universe
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesFrom the journey of protons racing through the world’s largest particle collider to up-close views of the Big Bang and emergent universe, and the nearly mile-deep descent to an underground […]
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Cosmic Journey
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesVolcanoes tower 80,000 feet above a barren surface. Monstrous hurricanes rage for 400 years. And multicolored rings sit suspended in space. In Cosmic Journey: A Solar system Adventure, you will travel through […]
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Phantom of the Universe
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesFrom the journey of protons racing through the world’s largest particle collider to up-close views of the Big Bang and emergent universe, and the nearly mile-deep descent to an underground […]
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Cosmic Journey
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesVolcanoes tower 80,000 feet above a barren surface. Monstrous hurricanes rage for 400 years. And multicolored rings sit suspended in space. In Cosmic Journey: A Solar system Adventure, you will travel through […]
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Phantom of the Universe
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesFrom the journey of protons racing through the world’s largest particle collider to up-close views of the Big Bang and emergent universe, and the nearly mile-deep descent to an underground […]
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Cosmic Journey
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesVolcanoes tower 80,000 feet above a barren surface. Monstrous hurricanes rage for 400 years. And multicolored rings sit suspended in space. In Cosmic Journey: A Solar system Adventure, you will travel through […]
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Mystery of the Christmas Star
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesJourney 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 […]
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Legends of the Night Sky – Orion
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesTake a fun and lighthearted look at the myths and stories associated with the constellation Orion, the great hunter of the winter sky. Orion comes to life in a fun-filled, […]
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Mystery of the Christmas Star
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesJourney 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 […]
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Earth, Moon, and Sun
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesEarth, 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. […]
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Science Lecture Series: Dr. Dale Kocevski
Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd, Orono, ME, United StatesDr. Dale Kocevski The Big Bang and the Origin of Our Universe Thursday, December 7 at 7:00 pm Does our Universe have a finite origin or has it existed unchanged […]