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The Center for Astrophysics has a long history of collaboration with museums and planetariums nationwide. This page highlights some major programs developed by the Science Education Department and its education partners to support learning about the universe at informal venues, as well as opportunities for scientist involvement in education and outreach.  Black Holes: Space Warps & Time TwistsBlack Holes: Space Warps & Time Twists is a traveling museum exhibition that immerses visitors in the modern search for black holes—the most mysterious and powerful objects in the universe—through a variety of interactive and multimedia experiences. It opens in Summer 2009 at the Museum of Science, Boston. Learn More...  Cosmic Questions Traveling ExhibitionWhat is beyond our galaxy? When did time begin? Questions like these are at the heart of Cosmic Questions: Our Place in Space and Time. The 5000 sq. ft. traveling exhibition invites visitors to explore the mysteries of the universe, discovering what it's like to be an astronomer using the latest technologies to uncover clues hidden in distant galaxies. Learn More...  Inside Einstein's UniverseThe hottest questions in 21st century astronomy had their roots in Albert Einstein's revolutionary ideas of space and time. Inside Einstein's Universe is a comprehensive online resource center of visualizations, presentations and demonstrations available for use by museums, scientists and teachers in their outreach programs. Learn More...  MicroObservatoryMicroobservatory is a network of robotic telescopes that can be controlled through your web browser. In this Guest Observer mode you simply need an email address to request an observation of a celestial object. MicroObservatory is an ideal teaching and learning tool for museums and after school programs. Learn More...  Project Astro BostonProject Astro pairs professional and amateur astronomers with classroom teachers in grades 4-9. It aims to combine the expertise of educators and scientists in an equal, collaborative relationship that translates directly to the classroom, and is designed to form long-term relationships between astronomers and educators to the ultimate benefit of students. Learn More...  WorldWide Telescope AmbassadorsThe WorldWide Telescope computer program (WWT) from Microsoft Research is a free tool offering immersive views of the sky and multimedia links to interactive descriptions and explanations of millions of celestial objects. WorldWide Telescope Ambassadors use WWT to educate the world about Astronomy and Science. Learn More... |
 Black Holes: Space Warps & Time Twists is a traveling museum exhibition that immerses visitors in the modern search for black holes through a variety of interactive and multimedia experiences. Find out more... Education by Department: | ||
