Friday 19 june from 14:30 to 16:00

Les aprèm' de la MJC - Initiation à l'astronomie

  • Cultural
  • Conference
  • Astronomy
  • Technology
Maison des Jeunes et de la Culture, 111 Avenue de Miage, 74170 Saint-Gervais-les-Bains

Description

Discover the fascinating world of astronomy with the volunteers from the Mont d'Arbois Astronomy Society.
On the programme: Introduction to the association and the Mont d’Arbois Observatory. How our view of the sky has evolved: a brief history of astronomy Concepts of distance and time: from the very small to the very large A hands-on representation of our solar system: two models to visualise sizes and volumes Beyond the solar system: a brief look at the future Some simple tools: an introduction to a telescope Reading the sky: questions and answers Presented by amateur astronomers, this introduction to astronomy will be illustrated with superb photographs taken by members of the Mont d’Arbois Observatory. Booking is required by 4 pm on Wednesday 17 June 2026

Services

Public WC
Parking nearby

Opening times

On 19 June 2026
  • 14:30 at 16:00

Location

Les aprèm' de la MJC - Initiation à l'astronomie
Maison des Jeunes et de la Culture, 111 Avenue de Miage, 74170 Saint-Gervais-les-Bains

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • French
Updated on 29 May 2026 at 09:52
by Office de Tourisme de Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc
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