Indigenous Stargazing at Parliament House
Overview
Join Indigenous Astronomer and proud Gamilaraay/Yuwaalaraay man Peter Swanton, and astrophysicist Dr Brad Tucker to learn about Indigenous Astronomy during National Reconciliation Week.
Start your journey inside where Peter and Brad will guide you through Australia's long and rich history of stargazing. Discover how First Nations people have used the skies as maps to navigate seasons and guide cultural practices across a millennium. You will explore the scientific importance of stars on Country and how this knowledge is being preserved.
Afterwards, gather under the stars on the Australian Parliament House front lawns for some hands-on stargazing with the ANU Astronomy Society and their telescopes. (The outdoor component of the event is subject to clears skies suitable for viewing and will be confirmed as proceeding on the day).
Rug up for the Canberra chill to observe the skies.
Bookings are essential for this free event.
Dates
28 May 2025Facilities
- Carpark
- Coach Parking
- Family Friendly
- Public Toilet
- Electric Vehicle Charging Point
- Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
- Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.