Edges of Space

The Voyager spacecraft recently encountered the “edge” of the solar system, beginning its journey through interstellar space. The Sun and Earth exist in the galactic outskirts, closer to our galaxy’s periphery than its center. What distinguishes a dwarf planet from a planet? In this program, we will explore the wheres and whys of stars, galaxies, and the universe, and discuss astronomical “species” such as planets, brown dwarfs, and star clusters. Join us as we go to, through, and beyond the edges of space!











When: Tue., Feb. 26, 2013 at 6:30 pm
Where: American Museum of Natural History
Central Park West at 79th Street
212-769-5100
Price: $15
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The Voyager spacecraft recently encountered the “edge” of the solar system, beginning its journey through interstellar space. The Sun and Earth exist in the galactic outskirts, closer to our galaxy’s periphery than its center. What distinguishes a dwarf planet from a planet? In this program, we will explore the wheres and whys of stars, galaxies, and the universe, and discuss astronomical “species” such as planets, brown dwarfs, and star clusters. Join us as we go to, through, and beyond the edges of space!

Buy tickets/get more info now