Omens in the Sky: Astronomical Superstitions & the Science Behind Them
Schedule
Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Cincinnati Observatory | Norwood, OH
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Presenter: Dr. Wes RyleFor most of human history, the sky wasn’t just beautiful — it was a warning system. Comets meant disaster. Eclipses meant the Sun was under attack. A full Moon could drive people mad. Even certain dates, like the Ides of March, carried cosmic dread. In this program, we’ll explore famous superstitions tied to astronomical events and calendar cycles, then unpack the real science behind them. Along the way, we’ll see how our brains are wired to find patterns, how fear shaped early interpretations of the sky, and why the real universe is far stranger — and more interesting — than the omens ever were.
Class level: Introductory - This class is recommended for guests of any background.
Classes will be held in-person at the observatory. Pricing details are below:
Non-members
$25/class
Members
$20/class
Student (with valid ID)
$10/class
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Cincinnati Observatory, 3489 Observatory Pl,Cincinnati, Norwood, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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