Astronomy Photographer Of The Year

 
 

THIS EVENT ENDED ON THE 17TH FEBRUARY 2013

ADDRESS
Royal Observatory Greenwich, National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London SE10 9NF 
 
TELEPHONE
 
Dates:
20th September 2012 until 17th February 2013
 
OPENING TIMES
Daily 10am-5pm (closed Dec 24-26, closed early 31 Dec, open late 12noon 1 Jan)
 
PRICES
FREE
 

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The winning images of Astronomy Photographer of the Year are presented in a free exhibition at the Royal Observatory Greenwich which showcases some incredible images of the sky, from within our solar system and far into deep space. The winning entry for 2012 by Martin Pugh shows the M51 - The Whirlpool Galaxy, a stunning image of the archetypal spiral galaxy, pictured along with finalisits for all the categories: Earth and Space, Our Solar System, Deep Space, and the Young Astronomer Photographer of the Year which was won by 15-year-old Jacob von Chorus from Canada. Winning entries have come from all around the world with more images entered than ever before.



 

About Royal Observatory Greenwich

This museum of time and space was built by Sir Christopher Wren in 1675. It marks the site of the Greenwich or Prime Meridian - the base point for World Time and the site of Longitude 0. If you time it right, you can watch the timeball drop at 13:00 each day. More about Royal Observatory Greenwich

 

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Understanding Handwriting Workshop London
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Royal Observatory Greenwich events

 
Alien SeasonAlien SeasonAre we alone in the universe? If not, would all aliens be as friendly as ET? The Royal Observatory Greenwich is attempting to answer these questions throughout 2013 with their Alien Season. Exploring the topic that splits opinions worldwide, this display takes an intimate look at the history of our relationship with alien life and the role it has p22nd May 2013Saturday 31st August 2013 Where:
Royal Observatory Greenwich,   National Maritime Museum  Greenwich    SE10 9NF
Category: event
Ongoing
Alien Season
event > Exhibitions > Unclassified
PRICING  Various prices, some Free.
DATES  1st March to 31st August 2013
VENUE  Royal Observatory Greenwich 
Are we alone in the universe? If not, would all aliens be as friendly as ET? The Royal Observatory Greenwich is attempting to answer these questions throughout 2013 with their Alien Season. Exploring the topic that splits opinions worldwide, this display takes an intimate look at the history of our relationship with alien life and the role it has p... More about this event
Alien RevolutionAlien RevolutionAlien RevolutionSince Copernicus' displacement of Earth as the centre of the universe, many people, from scientists to clergymen, have considered an infinite universe and the possible inhabitants of other planets. Alien Revolution will explore the development of our opinion on aliens, in both science and culture, and how it has influenced religion, literature, phi22nd May 2013Sunday 8th September 2013 Where:
Royal Observatory Greenwich,   National Maritime Museum  Greenwich    SE10 9NF
Category: event
Alien Revolution
Free EventOngoing
Alien Revolution
event > Exhibitions | PRICING  Free  
DATES  1st March to 8th September 2013
VENUE  Royal Observatory Greenwich 
Since Copernicus' displacement of Earth as the centre of the universe, many people, from scientists to clergymen, have considered an infinite universe and the possible inhabitants of other planets. Alien Revolution will explore the development of our opinion on aliens, in both science and culture, and how it has influenced religion, literature, phi... More about this event
 
Summer Science: Exploring The Giants: TalkSummer Science: Exploring The Giants: TalkOxford University's Dr Leigh Fletcher considers the gas giant planets.23rd May 2013Thursday 23rd May 2013 Where:
Royal Observatory Greenwich,   National Maritime Museum  Greenwich    SE10 9NF
Category: event
On Soon
Summer Science: Exploring The Giants: Talk
event > Exhibitions > Lifestyle - Talks & Lectures
DATES  Thursday 23rd May 2013 - 7pm
VENUE  Royal Observatory Greenwich 
Oxford University's Dr Leigh Fletcher considers the gas giant planets.
Solar System, Galaxy, UniverseSolar System, Galaxy, UniverseA planetarium show exploring outer space's scale and structure.23rd May 2013Friday 31st May 2013 Where:
Royal Observatory Greenwich,   National Maritime Museum  Greenwich    SE10 9NF
Category: event
On Soon
Solar System, Galaxy, Universe
event > Kids Events
DATES  23rd, 24th, 30th and 31st May 2013 at 12.45pm and 1.45pm
VENUE  Royal Observatory Greenwich 
A planetarium show exploring outer space's scale and structure.
Saturday Space Explorers: Workshop (Over 5s)Saturday Space Explorers: Workshop (Over 5s)Learn about finding planets and predicting the moon's phases.25th May 2013Saturday 25th May 2013 Where:
Royal Observatory Greenwich,   National Maritime Museum  Greenwich    SE10 9NF
Category: event
Free EventOn Soon
Saturday Space Explorers: Workshop (Over 5s)
event > Kids Events | PRICING  Free  
DATES  Saturday 25th May 2013 at 2pm, 2.30pm, 3pm, 3.30pm, 4pm and 4.30pm
VENUE  Royal Observatory Greenwich 
Learn about finding planets and predicting the moon's phases.
Ask the Expert: Explore Your UniverseAsk the Expert: Explore Your UniverseFind out about astronomy and space exploration projects.25th May 2013Sunday 2nd June 2013 Where:
Royal Observatory Greenwich,   National Maritime Museum  Greenwich    SE10 9NF
Category: event
Free EventOn Soon
Ask the Expert: Explore Your Universe
event > Exhibitions > Lifestyle - Talks & Lectures | PRICING  Free  
DATES  25th May to 2nd June 2013 - 1.30pm-4.30pm
VENUE  Royal Observatory Greenwich 
Find out about astronomy and space exploration projects.
Space Safari (Under 7s)Space Safari (Under 7s)A live, interactive planetarium show.1st June 2013Sunday 30th June 2013 Where:
Royal Observatory Greenwich,   National Maritime Museum  Greenwich    SE10 9NF
Category: event
On Soon
Space Safari (Under 7s)
event > Kids Events
DATES  1st to 30th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Observatory Greenwich 
A live, interactive planetarium show.
We Are Aliens!We Are Aliens!Planetarium show, narrated by Rupert Grint.1st June 2013Sunday 30th June 2013 Where:
Royal Observatory Greenwich,   National Maritime Museum  Greenwich    SE10 9NF
Category: event
On Soon
We Are Aliens!
event > Kids Events
DATES  1st to 30th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Observatory Greenwich 
Planetarium show, narrated by Rupert Grint.
Solar System, Galaxy, UniverseSolar System, Galaxy, UniverseA planetarium show exploring outer space's scale and structure.6th June 2013Friday 28th June 2013 Where:
Royal Observatory Greenwich,   National Maritime Museum  Greenwich    SE10 9NF
Category: event
On Soon
Solar System, Galaxy, Universe
event > Kids Events
DATES  6th to 28th June 2013
VENUE  Royal Observatory Greenwich 
A planetarium show exploring outer space's scale and structure.
Summer Science: To Mars And Beyond: The Search For Life In The Universe: TalkSummer Science: To Mars And Beyond: The Search For Life In The Universe: TalkTalk by the Open University's Dr Louisa Preston.27th June 2013Thursday 27th June 2013 Where:
Royal Observatory Greenwich,   National Maritime Museum  Greenwich    SE10 9NF
Category: event
 
Summer Science: To Mars And Beyond: The Search For Life In The Universe: Talk
event > Exhibitions > Lifestyle - Talks & Lectures
DATES  Thursday 27th June 2013 - 7pm
VENUE  Royal Observatory Greenwich 
Talk by the Open University's Dr Louisa Preston.
 
 

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Understanding Handwriting Workshop
Exhibitions | On 22nd May 2013 

National Maritime Museum At Royal Observatory Greenwich

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Exhibitions | Until 31st August 2013 

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Alien Revolution
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Exhibitions | Until 8th September 2013 

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Dance | Until 27th June 2013 

Greenwich 3 minutes walk from Royal Observatory Greenwich

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Dido, Queen Of Carthage
Theatre | Until 1st June 2013 

Greenwich Theatre 4 minutes walk from Royal Observatory Greenwich

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Flamenco: Beginners: Workshop
Sporting Events | Until 29th May 2013 

Greenwich Dance Agency, The Borough Hall 7 minutes walk from Royal Observatory Greenwich

All elements of the Spanish dance with teacher La Joaquina....More

Flamenco: Intermediate: Workshop
Sporting Events | Until 29th May 2013 

Greenwich Dance Agency, The Borough Hall 7 minutes walk from Royal Observatory Greenwich

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The British Music Experience
The British Music Experience
Exhibitions | Until 1st August 2015 

The O2 Bubble 1.35 miles from Royal Observatory Greenwich

Stadium filling rock gods like The Rolling Stones, David Bowie and Mick Jagger are among the stars who have loaned ...More

 
Craig David
Concerts | On 22nd May 2013 

IndigO2 1.45 miles from Royal Observatory Greenwich

The singer from Southampton, known for the songs Fill Me In, 7 Days and Rise & Fall, performs UK garage, ...More

Wednesdays at Goldsmiths Tavern
Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 29th May 2013 

Goldsmiths Tavern 1.5 miles from Royal Observatory Greenwich

Resident DJs play chart and pop hits....More

 
 

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