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Secret stowaways: From the poignant to the peculiar; a history of hidden objects on planetary spacecraft
Humans have become so technologically advanced that we can send spacecraft off to the far reaches of the solar system, retrieve samples from asteroids and comets, and design small helicopters that can fly in the tenuous Martian atmosphere. These flying laboratories are adorned with equipment that show our technical prowess and capabilities, but interestingly we seem unable to leave our jocular and sentimental natures behind, having developed a habit of tucking away secret objects into the deep, dark recesses of spaceships. Some are poignant, such as dedications to lost crew members; some are fun, such as Lego models and hidden codes; and some are even a little risqué! Maybe it is these profoundly human afterthoughts that demonstrate more about who we are as a species than the primary scientific equipment sent on the mission.
To find out more, join Kate Earl for this light-hearted talk on hidden-away secrets, and the reasons why scientists and explorers simply can’t resist such personal additions.
This evening will be held at The Grosvenor Arms, High Street, Shaftesbury, SP7 8JA
See our Programme page for more information on The Grosvenor Arms.
Thinking that you ought to do something with your telescope that’s in the loft or under the stairs?
Not sure how to set it up or just want to get some more out of it?
Or just want to have a cheeky peak at Saturn or Jupiter with the kids so want to get it set up for the winter evenings?
We can help and it’s all for free*!
No questions too small or too simple - our aim is to get you up and running and confident with your scope.
Also, no problem if you don't yet have a telescope - please feel free to come along and ask for buying advice.
There will be tea/coffee and biscuits, of course - essential astronomy foods!
Subject to the interest on the day, and the sky playing ball, we plan to meet you with your kit at Castle Hill for a test drive after dark!
The wealth of knowledge in our team is stratospheric. 😁
This will be held at
Lindlar Hall, Lindlar Close, Shaftesbury, SP7 8PS.
The close is just off Wincombe Lane before you get to Shaftesbury C of E Primary School.
Drive into the close, as it bears round to the left, opposite a turning to the right is the path to the hall. On road parking is available around the close - which is fairly quiet on a Saturday morning.
*The workshop is free for members but a £5 donation from non-members would be appreciated.