Astronomy After Dark with Tiptree Stargazers

Explore the wonders of space, at Firstsite’s Astronomy After Dark for Enthusiasts with the Tiptree Stargazers! This event includes numerous activities and hands-on stargazing.

Photographing the Night Sky (by Nik Szymanek)
An introductory talk showing how the modern astrophotographer can take amazing pictures of galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, comets, the Northern Lights etc.

Presentation: Twinkle Tiwnkle Little Star, We know where you are
This is a presentation from Mike Barrett, that explains how to recognise the wonders of the night sky and how to see them both naked eye and through a telescope.

Telescopes
We will be looking at the telescopes learning more about what they do and how they work. And if the weather is on our side, we may get to see the moon as it comes up. As the skies darken there may be an opportunity to see more of the night sky.

Planetarium Dome
A fully immersive UHD and 4K resolution in a 6m Diameter dome, with fully immersive images. In the StarDome we can cover a variety of star – folklore and legends from around the world.

About Tiptree Stargazers
Tiptree Stargazers are a friendly group of astronomers with the passion to share the wonders of the universe with others. Free to join and follow-on social media with the chance to get involved and attend events.