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from 20 April 2012
Built in 1858, Sydney Observatory is Australia's oldest observatory, and one of the most significant sites in the nation's scientific history. It is recognised as an item of 'state significance' by the New South Wales Government and is heritage listed. It is located near Sydney's historic Rocks district and the world-famous Sydney Harbour Bridge, and is easily accessed by bus, train, ferry or car.
The Observatory comprises a historic 29cm lens telescope built in 1874, a 42cm computer-controlled telescope and hydrogen-alpha solar telescope, a virtual reality 3-D space theatre, exhibitions about astronomy, meteorology and the history of Sydney Observatory, a lecture theatre, souvenir shop, beautiful gardens and the beanbag planetarium.
A visit to Sydney Observatory can include fascinating lectures, daily or nightly viewing through telescopes, a virtual reality 3-D space theatre show or launching a rocket at a school holiday workshop. At night time visitors can get fine views of the Moon, the planets and some of the best-loved features of the southern sky. During the New South Wales school terms, education programs for schools are run daily.Saturday 21 April
11am–2pm
Space Jigsaws and Colouring-in
Suitable for 5-8 year olds, 3-5 year olds, 0-3 year olds.
Free access to the oldest structure in mainland Australia, includes touch trolley and exhibitions. Activities take place in our historic ...
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Sunday 22 April
11am–2pm
Space Jigsaws and Colouring-in
Suitable for 5-8 year olds, 3-5 year olds, 0-3 year olds.
Free access to the oldest structure in mainland Australia, includes touch trolley and exhibitions. Activities take place in our historic ...
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Saturday 30 June
10:15am–noon
Planetarium and Telescope Tour
Suitable for 15-18 year olds, 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds, 3-5 year olds.
Discover the planets and stars in our planetarium and then tour one of the telescope domes. Suitable for: family groups, ...
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Sunday 01 July
10:15am–noon
Planetarium and Telescope Tour
Suitable for 15-18 year olds, 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds, 3-5 year olds.
Discover the planets and stars in our planetarium and then tour one of the telescope domes. Suitable for: family groups, ...
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1–6pm
30 years celebration!
Suitable for 15-18 year olds, 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds, 3-5 year olds, 0-3 year olds.
Beginning with the Time-ball drop at 1pm Sydney Observatory staff and volunteers will treat you to a winters’ afternoon of ...
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Monday 02 July
10:15am–noon
Planetarium and Telescope Tour
Suitable for 15-18 year olds, 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds, 3-5 year olds.
Discover the planets and stars in our planetarium and then tour one of the telescope domes. Suitable for: family groups, ...
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11am–3pm
Vacation care groups: dig it! And map it! Programs
Suitable for 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds.
A fun, hands-on simulated archaeology dig. In the program for primary and infants school age children participants dress up and ...
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Tuesday 03 July
10:15am–noon
Planetarium and Telescope Tour
Suitable for 15-18 year olds, 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds, 3-5 year olds.
Discover the planets and stars in our planetarium and then tour one of the telescope domes. Suitable for: family groups, ...
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11am–3pm
Vacation care groups: dig it! And map it! Programs
Suitable for 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds.
A fun, hands-on simulated archaeology dig. In the program for primary and infants school age children participants dress up and ...
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Wednesday 04 July
10:15am–noon
Planetarium and Telescope Tour
Suitable for 15-18 year olds, 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds, 3-5 year olds.
Discover the planets and stars in our planetarium and then tour one of the telescope domes. Suitable for: family groups, ...
presented by Sydney Observatory
11am–3pm
Vacation care groups: dig it! And map it! Programs
Suitable for 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds.
A fun, hands-on simulated archaeology dig. In the program for primary and infants school age children participants dress up and ...
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Thursday 05 July
10:15am–noon
Planetarium and Telescope Tour
Suitable for 15-18 year olds, 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds, 3-5 year olds.
Discover the planets and stars in our planetarium and then tour one of the telescope domes. Suitable for: family groups, ...
presented by Sydney Observatory
11am–3pm
Vacation care groups: dig it! And map it! Programs
Suitable for 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds.
A fun, hands-on simulated archaeology dig. In the program for primary and infants school age children participants dress up and ...
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Friday 06 July
10:15am–noon
Planetarium and Telescope Tour
Suitable for 15-18 year olds, 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds, 3-5 year olds.
Discover the planets and stars in our planetarium and then tour one of the telescope domes. Suitable for: family groups, ...
presented by Sydney Observatory
11am–3pm
Vacation care groups: dig it! And map it! Programs
Suitable for 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds.
A fun, hands-on simulated archaeology dig. In the program for primary and infants school age children participants dress up and ...
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12:30–2pm
Dig it! Archaeologists in training workshops
Suitable for 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds.
Become a hands-on archaeological detective and investigate the history of Fort Phillip and the site of Sydney Observatory. Experience a ...
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Saturday 07 July
10:15am–noon
Planetarium and Telescope Tour
Suitable for 15-18 year olds, 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds, 3-5 year olds.
Discover the planets and stars in our planetarium and then tour one of the telescope domes. Suitable for: family groups, ...
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Sunday 08 July
10:15am–noon
Planetarium and Telescope Tour
Suitable for 15-18 year olds, 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds, 3-5 year olds.
Discover the planets and stars in our planetarium and then tour one of the telescope domes. Suitable for: family groups, ...
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Monday 09 July
10am–4:30pm
Time Detectives: Join the Science and Archaeology Game
Suitable for 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds.
Treat your child to a fabulous day of science investigation at historic Fort Phillip, part of Sydney Observatory. This workshop ...
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10:15am–noon
Planetarium and Telescope Tour
Suitable for 15-18 year olds, 12-15 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 8-10 year olds, 5-8 year olds, 3-5 year olds.
Discover the planets and stars in our planetarium and then tour one of the telescope domes. Suitable for: family groups, ...
presented by Sydney Observatory