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Family Friendly Events to Take Place on Site at Armagh Observatory and Planetarium

We have announced that a number of family friendly Dome Shows will take place on site during the Easter break, from 5th to 16th April 2023. These will include: The Astronaut George Toddler Dome Show. Running daily at 10:30am from 6th to 16th April, except for 9th April, this show Read more…

By Sinead Mackle, 1 weekMarch 13, 2023 ago
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ARMAGH OBSERVATORY AND PLANETARIUM ANNOUNCES A SERIES OF EVENTS TO KICK OFF THE NEW YEAR

Armagh Observatory and Planetarium has announced that a number of family friendly events will take place on site from 26 to 28 January 2023. These will be: A Star Tracker evening, which will take place on 26th January. Suitable for adults and children aged over eight, this two-hour event will Read more…

By Sinead Mackle, 2 monthsJanuary 20, 2023 ago
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BRICKOSAURS HAS ROARED INTO ARMAGH PLANETARIUM MAKING ITS NI DEBUT

Visitors to Armagh Observatory and Planetarium this weekend were treated to the arrival of dozens of prehistoric toy brick dinosaurs. This is the first time the Brickosaurs! Evolution has been showcased in Northern Ireland with over 20 species within the Jurassic scale display in place until 31st July 2022. The Read more…

By Sinead Mackle, 9 months ago
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BRICKOSAURS ROARS IN TO ARMAGH PLANETARIUM

Dozens of prehistoric toy brick dinosaurs will arrive at Armagh Observatory & Planetarium this summer, showcasing dinos for a Jurassic scale display. The towering 3-D brick dinosaurs are made using more than 2 million toy bricks and an interactive expedition will be on display at the Planetarium, making it a Read more…

By Sinead Mackle, 12 monthsMarch 28, 2022 ago
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Space Lights Spectacle to Launch in Armagh

Armagh Observatory & Planetarium to host out of this world outdoor illuminations Space Lights will be a new spectacular light trail show within the grounds of the Observatory and Planetarium running from Wednesday 16 until Wednesday 23 December. The immersive event runs each night from 5pm until 9pm with ticket Read more…

By Sinead Mackle, 2 yearsNovember 7, 2020 ago
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Take part in the Where’s Wally Spooky Museum Search

Where’s Wally? Spooky Museum Search – find Wally in Armagh Observatory and Planetarium. This Halloween, Wally, the world’s favourite children’s book character – wearing a red-and-white striped shirt and black-rimmed specs – will be travelling the country, appearing in museums, including Armagh Observatory and Planetarium in Armagh. Families will be Read more…

By Sinead Mackle, 2 yearsOctober 1, 2020 ago
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Armagh Observatory and Planetarium kicks off Science at Home series

Fun and safe experiments for children as schools close We have had some of the biggest names in showbiz keeping us entertained with virtual concerts, now Armagh Observatory and Planetarium (AOP) are ensuring that learning in a fun way continues for children as schools across Northern Ireland close from today Read more…

By Sinead Mackle, 3 yearsMarch 26, 2020 ago
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Exploring Space with the Northern Ireland Science Festival

    It’s that time of the year again for the third annual Northern Ireland Science Festival and this year is bigger and better! The Armagh planetarium has been holding events under NISF from the beginning so we could not miss the opportunity to be part of this inspiring event. We Read more…

By Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, 6 yearsJanuary 31, 2017 ago
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Digistar 4 comes to Armagh

Digistar 4 is Armagh Planetarium’s fantastic new projection system. First in the UK to install Digistar 4, Armagh Planetarium is showcasing latest theatre technology and dazzling audiences who experience the Universe as brighter and sharper than ever before. Armagh Planetarium is leading the way in the digital theatre world with Read more…

By Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, 12 yearsJune 16, 2011 ago
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Hello and welcome to Astronotes, the Armagh Observatory and Planetarium’s official blog. Here you will find the latest news and views from all those who work in our organisation, from the fascinating worlds of astronomy and space exploration. We hope you will come here to learn what is hot and exciting, profound or even weird from worlds beyond ours . So that's the introduction out of the way, now on with the Universe!

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