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W.J. McCallion Planetarium
(Hamilton, Ontario)
Next Public Show — May 22, 2013
Topic:Life in the Universe 1: Origins
Introduction: Join us at the planetarium for a journey through the Solar System and our Galactic neighbourhood. We will begin by exploring the characteristics of Earth that allow for life, and discuss the chances of life forming on other planets around the Sun. Applying what we've discussed regarding planetary habitability, we will move on to the Kepler mission and the search for life elsewhere in the Universe.

Reserve Tickets:Reserve your tickets and manage your reservations here. Tickets may be available at the door, but this is not guaranteed. If a show is sold out you can choose to be added to the waiting list, and you will be notified if seats become available. Please note that if you are late, your reserved tickets may be given away to those without reservations.
Future Shows:See a full list of all future shows here.




Next Observing Session — June 5, 2013
Details:Join the McCallion Planetarium presenters, astronomy graduate students and post-doctoral fellows to view the night sky through the Department of Physics and Astronomy's 30cm Meade telescope. Reservations for this free viewing event are not required. Visitors are welcome to simply take a quick peak as they are passing, or to stay for the duration of the event. Dress warmly! For more information please visit the McMaster Sidewalk Astronomy website here
Location:McMaster University, near the turning circle in front of buildings 50 (Mary Keyes Residence) and 26 (Matthews Hall). See Locations and Directions for campus map and further directions to campus.
Weather:Although the planetarium shows can go ahead during weather of all types, the observing events are weather permitting. If the observing event is cancelled, a note will be posted here.