This event is in the past.It took place on June 7, 2026 at Chabot Space & Science Center.
Educational Talk
Educational TalkCelebrate 150 years of astronomical discovery with a planetarium presentation by UC Berkeley's Alex Filippenko, plus telescope viewing through Chabot's historic instruments. A light reception rounds out this evening honoring the legacy that shaped modern astronomy.
astronomy event
historic telescopes
planetarium show
educational evening
Tips
đ"The original telescope here is over 140 years old and it still works!"
đïžmoved from Lick Observatory due to storm damage
đ·light reception follows the lecture
James Lick Legacy Day: 150 Years of Discovery
Piedmont Pines
Educational TalkEducational TalkCelebrate 150 years of astronomical discovery with a planetarium presentation by UC Berkeley's Alex Filippenko, plus telescope viewing through Chabot's historic instruments. A light reception rounds out this evening honoring the legacy that shaped modern astronomy.
astronomy event
historic telescopes
planetarium show
educational evening
Tips
đ"The original telescope here is over 140 years old and it still works!"
đïžmoved from Lick Observatory due to storm damage
đ·light reception follows the lecture
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