Celebrate World Space Week at the museum with activities for space enthusiasts of all ages. This year we are commemorating the fortieth anniversary of Astronaut Marc Garneau’s historic mission as the first Canadian in space.
Gain unique insights into Canada’s contributions to space exploration when you join an exclusive tour personally guided by our museum curator. Take part in an engaging presentation by science advisor Dr. Cassandra Marion and discover how satellites and space technology are used to track climate change from space. Throughout the week, participate in daily demonstrations to learn how craters are formed and enjoy hands-on craft activities that spark creativity and curiosity about the cosmos.
Activities
Monitoring Climate Change from Space: A Special Presentation by Museum Science Advisor Dr. Cassandra Marion
October 4, Meeting time 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Dr. Marion's presentation will take place from approximately 7:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
This presentation will take place during the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, Ottawa chapter monthly meeting. The presentation will be offered in English.
Join museum Science Advisor, Dr. Cassandra Marion, for an interactive presentation where you'll explore climate change using real satellite imagery. Discover how to interpret and track changes from space, gaining a deeper understanding of climate changes in areas that matter to you around the globe. Don't miss this opportunity to see our planet from a new perspective!
Meeting is available in person and also on Zoom.
Tour of Canada in Space Exhibition with Museum Curator
October 5, Included with museum admission
Eng: 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Fr: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
You’ll feel like a museum insider when you join museum curator Erin Gregory for a tour of the Canada in Space exhibition. Explore the remarkable Canadian innovations that have contributed to space exploration. This special tour marks the fortieth anniversary of Astronaut Marc Garneau’s historic mission as the first Canadian in space, offering a unique glimpse into Canada’s stellar legacy.
Creating Craters
Daily. For demo times inquire at the admissions desk.
Included with museum admission.
Discover how craters are formed and what scientists can learn about them at these daily (and messy!) demonstrations.
Crafts
Daily, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Included with museum admission.
Junior astronauts can unleash their creativity by coloring scenes from Astronaut Marc Garneau's historic first space mission or making a moving Earth-Sun-Moon model, while older children can get hands-on with an exciting pop-up craft, creating their very own astronaut and space shuttle!