In December 1968, the first astronauts circled our Moon. In July 1969, the first footprints on another world were made on our neighbor Moon. In December 1972, the last footprints were left there. To honor these events, the University of Rhode Island
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In December 1968, the first astronauts circled our Moon. In July 1969, the first footprints on another world were made on our neighbor Moon. In December 1972, the last footprints were left there. To honor these events, the University of Rhode Island Planetarium will present Dawn of the Space Age, taking us from the first successful Sputnik mission to the hoped-for expeditions to Mars on Friday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m.
Often considered one of the greatest planetarium shows ever made, Dawn of the Space Age will follow both the successes and the failings in our attempts to leave the Earth for other worlds.
Also shown will be a short program on our increase in the use of lighting, plus a live presentation to the skies over the URI campus. Admission, to benefit the URI Planetarium Fund, is $5.
The University of Rhode Island Planetarium is located on Upper College Road, on the Kingston campus, across from the Visitors’ Center. The University of Rhode Island Planetarium is available for programming for schools and other organizations. For more information contact Francine Jackson at 527-5558.
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