Chabot Space and Science Center Sunset Science

Sunset Science: Starlight Astronomy

Friday, July 28
6-9 p.m. 
All ages, family-friendly 
$15 Adult, $5 Youth, Members Free 

What does a star’s color tell us about the star? What do we learn by studying a star’s spectrum? How fast does a star’s light travel through space? Why do stars appear to twinkle in the night sky? Astronomy is the science that investigates objects in space and is informed almost entirely by starlight. 

In this Sunset Science program, we’ll learn about the brightest star in the sky to our very own Sun and all about the energy and light they give. Observe some of the most unique stars in the sky through our historic research-grade telescopes. Listen to expert astronomers present about starlight and enjoy hands-on family-friendly activities and games that will explore all aspects of stars.