Astronomy activity

Astronomy evening at ASTROLab in summer

Reservations open on April 10, 2024 at 9 h 00 Come back soon!

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Description

  • Located at the foot of Mont Mégantic, ASTROLab is a centre of astronomy activities with a multimedia room and an outdoor observation area. During evenings at ASTROLab, astronomy and the starry sky are featured attractions.

Program

  • The evening events are adapted to the meteorological and astronomic conditions
  • First part
  • Poussières d'étoiles (starry dust) : did you know that the atoms that compose you were formed in the heart of the stars? This discovery so well shared by Hubert Reeves has changed the way we look at the Universe and ourselves. Discover with us the secret links that unite us to the cosmos.
  • Second part
  • If the sky is clear: stargazing outside.
  • If the sky is overcast, presentation (in French) of the latest astronomical news in the multimedia room.

Procedure

  • Approximate length: 2 h 30 (add 30 minutes if the sky is clear).
  • Go to the Observatoire sector welcome centre 15 minutes before the selected departure time. The welcome centre is located 25 minutes from Franceville sector.

Don't forget

  • Warm clothing (coat, toque, gloves).

Rates

Category Price
Adult $22.50
Child (17 years and under) Free

Taxes and park entry fee not included. Holders of an Annual Québec National Parks Card benefit from a 15% discount on the purchase of a ticket for an astronomy activity.

Book

Group Composition Select

Group Composition

14 people maximum

You must indicate the number of children aged 17 and under in your group in order to guarantee them access to the activity.

If your group includes 14 persons or more, please contact us at 819-888-2941, ext. 6353

Annual Card Holders Select

Reservations open on April 10, 2024 at 9 h 00 Come back soon!