Events / Tucson

5000 Eyes

Tuesday, June 23, 20262:00 PM
The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) is creating the most detailed map of our nearby universe. Installed on the Mayall telescope on Kitt Peak in Southern Arizona, DESI's 5000 independently operated robots can measure the light from thousands of galaxies at once. Join us as we explore the science, instrument, and people behind this global endeavor. Recommended for general audiences.

About Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium

Located right on the University of Arizona campus, this center has served as a staple for generations of locals and alumni. It functions as a key educational landmark for the community to explore scientific wonders.story_potoo

1601 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85721
Open
 Closes 5:00 PM

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