Events at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Upcoming events at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in the Sarasota area.

Fall Sky & Scope: Session 1

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Arts & Culture

The Planetarium at The Bishop is excited to launch Sky & Scope, a hands-on telescope workshop designed for beginners! Session One: The Basics of Telescopes and Observational Astronomy Join a Planetarium Educator in the Willis Smith Classroom for an inside look into telescopes with a 2-hour workshop from 10am to Noon! We’ll cover the basics of glass and mirrors, touch on techniques for navigating the night sky, and explore different types of telescopes. Most importantly, we’ll cover the practical steps to setting up and using your own telescope with confidence. Cost: Members: Both Sessions - $25, One Session - $15 Non-Members: Both Sessions - $30, One Session - $20

Fall Sky & Scope: Session 2

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Arts & Culture

The Planetarium at The Bishop is excited to launch Sky & Scope, a hands-on telescope workshop designed for beginners! Session Two: Putting it into Practice After you learn the ropes of telescopes, join us after dark in the Riverside Plaza to put your skills to the test with a 2-hour guided observation session. With our Planetarium Educators on site to provide one-on-one assistance, you’ll get hands-on experience, aiming, focusing, and finding celestial wonders. Cost: Members: Both Sessions - $25, One Session - $15 Non-Members: Both Sessions - $30, One Session - $20