Astronomy
Attend our astronomy evenings hosted by an amateur astronomer passionate about the subject!
From 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., attend an evening dedicated to astronomy in the dome of the Pavillon Vélan with a 360° projection. Here are the upcoming themes:
June 2024 : Northern Lights
What are these greenish lights that show up in the north sky from time to time? Where do they come from? What causes them? Can we predict them? Auroras are the result of huge explosions on our Sun that come our way and influence the behaviour of the upper reaches of the atmosphere.
July 2024: Deep Sky Objects.
Double stars, star clusters, planetary or diffuse nebula and even galaxies are all visible in the summer sky. They are the most sought-after objects by amateur astronomers. We will learn more about them before observing them in the telescope.
August 2024: Saturn, Lord of the Rings.
Saturn is the second biggest planet in our solar system. With its icy rings and 82 moons, it’s one of the most beautiful objects to look at in a telescope. Come and learn more about this very special planet and the Cassini probe that observed it for many years.
Rates: $22 adults / $12 children
A unique experience to live at the Velan Pavilion
The Velan Pavilion is an astronomical observatory equipped with a high-quality telescope. Observation of celestial objects in the night sky, solar astronomical telescope dedicated to observing the sun and additional outdoor area for observation and the installation of telescopes await you. The pavilion also has a fully equipped screening room that can accommodate up to 50 people.
At the Velan Astronomy Pavilion, you can visit an exhibition on the birth and history of the Cosmos in addition to being introduced to the observation of the sky to discover its wonders.
Open year round, it welcomes the public, school groups, amateur astronomers, private groups, etc. Discover the “Path of the Planets” during a 1 km hike starting near the Velan Pavilion and follow the interpretation panels. They will make you discover the distances that separate the planets.
Astronomy at the Domaine is accessible to school groups, summer camps, day camps, seniors’ clubs and astronomy clubs or any other group. In addition, a host of new features are to come!
For more information, write to us.
Domaine Saint-Bernard also offers private observation evenings and presentations under the dome for groups!
Contact us for more information.
