The Astrophysics Research Centre and the Irish Astronomical Association invites everyone to come and learn about the Sun-our nearest star. At the front of Queen's University (near the war memorial) there will be an array of specially adapted telescopes, with astronomers showing visitors sunspots, prominences and other features on the Sun (weather permitting). Step inside the Department of Physics and Astronomy will for demonstrations, talk to an astronomer and listen to a series of 20 minute talks taking place every hour from 12 noon until 4pm. Learn how to safely view the upcoming eclipse of the Sun on March 20th 2015 and enter our solar colouring competition!
This is a free drop in event and no registration is necessary.
WARNING: NEVER LOOK DIRECTLY AT THE SUN WITHOUT SPECIAL EYE PROTECTION.
