Stargazing 101: Astronomy for Beginners

Schedule

Wed May 13 2026 at 09:00 am to 11:00 am

UTC+12:00

Location

40 Salamanca Road, Kelburn, Wellington, New Zealand 6140 | Wellington, WG

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Perfect for anyone interested in the night sky, this two-hour live session under our immersive planetarium dome will guide you through the basics of stargazing: how and why the stars and planets move the way they do; how to find South and other useful markers in the sky; and how to locate your place in space.
Sit back and enjoy being taken on a detailed tour of the night sky with our high-definition laser projectors.
Includes:

- Intermission with refreshments
- Access to Space Place’s galleries and interactive exhibits
- 20% discount at Space Place Shop
Doors open 6:30pm | 7:00pm—9:00pm | $40 adult | $30 concession | Space Place | R16
Book your tickets: https://www.museumswellington.org.nz/stargazing-101-astronomy-for-beginners/
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40 Salamanca Road, Kelburn, Wellington, New Zealand 6140, New Zealand

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