What’s New & Next? Astronomy on the Rise.
We've been making some headlines lately! In October 2022, we took our first step toward construction of our new Planetarium & Astronomy Center. Our historic Gregory- Maksutov Telescope was craned out of our old observatory to begin its journey to the Astronomical Lyceum in New Mexico. There the telescope will remain on long-term loan for safekeeping and continued use. The Lyceum was chosen to maintain the telescope while still facilitating joint dark-sky viewing in our Planetarium and classroom spaces through the magic of technology.
Officers Harry Day* President Karen M. Kelly* Vice President Daniel L. Schwartz* Secretary Kathleen M. DeCruze* Treasurer
Board of Directors Maureen Cacace Frank Cerasoli* Lynn Villency Cohen Lynne Colatrella Mary Fedeli* Tammy Felenstein J. Todd Gambino Caitlin Lievano Stacey Bond Miller Jason C. Putter Dr. Pauline Rauh Jameson Riley Robert Stoddard Todd Wood Douglas L. York, Ph.D.*
• The Stamford Museum & Nature Center’s Planetarium & Astronomy Center is the second phase of our Capital Campaign that will bring our Planetarium and Observatory programs together under one roof for the first time in our history. • Two modern classroom spaces will further emphasize physical science through the STEAM curriculum (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts/Astronomy and Math), supporting both the State of Connecticut Standards and the Next Generation Science Standards. • Our new Planetarium will have theater-style, articulated seating for 100 with additional space to function as an auditorium for community use and collaborative events.
Future SM&NC Planetarium & Astronomy Center ASTRONOMY CENTER | OBSERVATORY
Chief Executive Officer Melissa H. Mulrooney* *Executive Committee
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