Thursday October 22nd at 7:15 pm

2009 is the International Year of Astronomy (IYA), celebrating the 400th anniversary of great discoveries made by Galileo Galilei. In this show, which kicks off the three days of "Galilean Nights", there will be aparticular emphasis on Galileo's contibutions to Astronomy.

It is hoped that the great man himself will be able take some time from his busy schedule to visit us at the Halifax Planetarium that night. Let's have a good turnout to greet him!

Minimum age 8 yrs. (The presentation is directed towards adults).

Admission is charged: $5 per adult; reductions for families with children (8 to 15 years)

Seating is limited. If you plan to attend please reserve seats by e-mailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with the number of adults and accompanied children. (Directions to the planetarium and full fee information will be sent to you before the show.)

Please do not be late; unlike the cinema, you won't get in once the lights are down.