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Astronomy Night at the Belle Isle Nature Center: Rescheduled for April 26

Belle Isle Nature Center is partnering with Wayne State University’s Planetarium, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, and the Michigan Science Center to host an Astronomy Night. Nature Center staff will facilitate educational activities about nighttime animal adaptations and the Lights Out programs for safe passage for nocturnal wildlife. Wayne State University staff set up multiple telescopes on the nature trail and offer activities related to the sky.  The Michigan Department of Natural Resources will set up a to-scale, self-guided Solar System tour including trivia and fun facts about the planets.  Michigan Science Center staff will provide an inflatable planetarium and offer an immersive tour of the sky. This event is free but access to Belle Isle requires a Recreation Passport.

Presented by:

  • Ryan Vance, Nature Center Supervisor, Belle Isle Nature Center, Detroit Zoological Society
  • Amy Greene, Nature Centers Director, Belle Isle Nature Center, Detroit Zoological Society
  • Megan McCullen, Planetarium Director, Museum of Anthropology and Planetarium, Wayne State University
  • Camera Stevens, Outreach Programs Manager, Michigan Science Center
  • Michelle Serreyn, Educational Programmer, Outdoor Adventure Center, Michigan Department of Natural Resources
  • Natalie Cypher, Educational Programmer, Outdoor Adventure Center, Michigan Department of Natural Resources
  • Epstein Paulette, Director of Science and Theaters Staff Astronomer, Michigan Science Center

Suggested for ages: Kindergarten and Pre-K, Elementary school age, Middle school age, High school age, 18 years and above

Scientific Disciplines:

  • Physics, Astronomy, and Chemistry
  • Arts, Culture, and Design
  • Energy and Environment
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Plant and Animal Sciences
  • Science Education
  • Mathematics
  • Social Science
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For more information:

Read more about Astronomy Night at the Belle Isle Nature Center: Rescheduled for April 26 (external site)

Time and Location

  • 4/26/2025 7:00 - 10:00 PM

    Location:
    Belle Isle Nature Center
    176 Lakeside Dr
    Detroit, MI 48207

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