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The Adler ‘Scope

A Farewell Message From Adler’s President & CEO, Michelle Larson

Friday February 28th
Michelle Larson

A farewell message from Adler Planetarium President & CEO, Michelle Larson.

Eclipse of the Sun illustration from the Adler Planetarium's collections

Types of Eclipses: Lunar Eclipses and Solar Eclipses Explained

Thursday February 27th
Michelle Nichols

Learn how eclipses occur and the types of eclipses, solar and lunar, that occur when the phase of the Moon and the alignment of the Sun, Moon and Earth is just right.

The full Moon is covered by a dark red shadow during a total lunar eclipse

Adler Skywatch: March 2025

Wednesday February 26th
Karen Donnelly

What’s in the sky in March 2025? How to see the total lunar eclipse and the planets Venus, Mercury, Mars, and Jupiter, and get ready for Daylight Saving time and the spring equinox.

The full Moon appears covered by a dark reddish-grey shadow during a total lunar eclipse.

Everything You Need To Know To See The Next Lunar Eclipse On March 13–14, 2025

Monday February 24th
Michelle Nichols

Learn about the science behind the March 14, 2025 total lunar eclipse, where you can see the eclipse, and when to look up!

The planet Venus, as seen through the 24 inch telescope in the Doane Observatory at the Adler Planetarium in January 2025.

Adler Skywatch: February 2025

Monday February 3rd
Karen Donnelly

What’s in the sky throughout February 2025? How to see Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, and other winter stargazing opportunities.

Adler Astronomers To Develop AI Tools For Astronomy

Thursday December 19th

A $20M grant will allow Adler Planetarium scientists to help shape the use of AI for future astronomy research.

The full Moon and the Willis Tower

Adler Skywatch: December 2024

Wednesday December 11th
Karen Donnelly

What’s in the sky throughout December 2024? How to see the full Moon, Geminid meteor shower, and five planets this month!

Adler Planetarium at sunset

The Adler Planetarium Receives Reaccreditation from American Alliance of Museums 

Friday November 22nd

Of the nation’s estimated 33,000 museums, roughly 1,100 are currently accredited. The Adler Planetarium is one of only 32 museums accredited in Illinois.

Astrophotography picture of the Moon

Adler Skywatch: November 2024

Friday November 15th
Karen Donnelly

Adler Skywatch: What’s in the sky throughout November 2024? How to see the supermoon, and five planets this month!

Everything You Need To Know About Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS AKA Comet C/2023 A3

Monday October 7th
Michelle Nichols

Here’s an introduction to Comet C/2023 A3—the latest bright comet to grace our skies in the inner solar system.

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