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Lunchtime Lecture: Wandering the Skies in the 19th Century

Bring your brown bag and learn about life in the past.

How did 19th-Century New Yorkers perceive the universe? Discovering  the planets and stars, in the sky, on maps, and with orreries—wooden and metal configurations which showed the heavenly objects known at that time—thrilled New Yorkers and was an early form of public entertainment.  Join us in learning about New Yorkers passion for the wonders of astronomy.

Free with admission. Tea included.











When: Fri., Apr. 12, 2019 at 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Where: Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden
421 E. 61st St.
212-838-6878
Price: Free with admission. Tea included.
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Bring your brown bag and learn about life in the past.

How did 19th-Century New Yorkers perceive the universe? Discovering  the planets and stars, in the sky, on maps, and with orreries—wooden and metal configurations which showed the heavenly objects known at that time—thrilled New Yorkers and was an early form of public entertainment.  Join us in learning about New Yorkers passion for the wonders of astronomy.

Free with admission. Tea included.

Buy tickets/get more info now