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Space for Sustainability Award

Under the auspices of EISC Presidencies and supported by ESA, the ‘Space for Sustainability Award’ is targeting students and young people under 30 with Project Ideas which will enable the space sector...

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EarthHour 2013

Earth Hour is the single, largest, symbolic mass participation event in the world. Earth Hour inspires a global community of millions of people in 7,001 cities and towns across 152 countries and...

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Easter Activities at the Observatory

Back by popular demand, the StarDome will be running in the Castle over the Easter Break. Shows will take place every half hour daily, from 11:30am. Find out just what the school children of Cork...

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Midlands Cosmos Star Party

This Spring, the 21st annual COSMOS Star Party will once again take place in the rural and secluded surroundings of Annaharvey Equestrian Farm, Tullamore in County Offaly, organised by the Midlands...

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Guest post: Our fragile oasis through the eyes of an ISS astronaut

  The following is a guest post submitted by secondary student Cian O’Regan, from Christian Brother’s College in Cork. Image published with kind permission from Commander Hadfield/NASA   It’s always...

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PreSchool Science Workshops

The Blackrock Castle Observatory are running science workshops that can visit preschools and playgroups, or can accommodate groups coming to the Castle, incorporating a child-centred tour of their 16th...

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European Space Expo Dublin

Kids are fascinated by space and the European Space Expo will give them a chance to learn all about space exploration and how space science impacts our everyday lives. The spectacular European Space...

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Students set for space odyssey as competition seeks to boost science careers

Secondary school students are on a mission to explore space as part of a new competition aimed at generating an interest in science-related careers. The nationwide competition, called ‘The Saffron...

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Maths: It IS Rocket Science

ESERO Ireland announces Department of Education approved Summer Course for Primary School Teachers Maths: It IS Rocket Science is 5 day CPD (Continuous Professional Development) primary teacher summer...

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First Fridays at the Castle

First Fridays at the Castle is an action-packed open night on the first Friday of every month in Blackrock Castle Observatory, with activities for visitors of all ages. 18:00-20:00 – 30 minute...

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Mountaineering on Mars at Gale Crater with the Curiosity Rover

The Galway Astronomy Club invite amateur and professional astronomers to attend “Mountaineering on Mars at Gale Crater with the Curiosity Rover”, an event with Leo Enright, RTE Space Correspondent, on...

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DCU student bids to become first Irish man in space

DCU student, Seán Corcoran has been chosen to compete in the Lynx Apollo Space Academy National Challenge in London in a bid to win a coveted place on board a space flight next year. The Lynx Apollo...

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Planetarium Shows at Blackrock Castle Observatory

  Opening Hours: Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00 Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holiday’s: 11:00 – 17:00 Admission Prices: Adult: €6.50 Concession: €4.50 Family (2+2): €18 Groups (10+): €5.50 Under 5’s: Free

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Junior Space Camp

Junior Space Camp – Training kids to be Astronauts since 2007! Suited to kids aged 5 – 7 years Junior Space Campers will build and launch their own rocket as a taster of Space Camp. Admission is €8 per...

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Distinguished International Lecture on Planetary Sciences

Trinity College Dublin are hosting a free lecture delivered by Professor Baker, University of Arizona about the geological history of water on an Earth-like planet. The early geological histories of...

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Astro Art Classes in Galway

Astro Art Ignite your child’s creativity with this inspirational voyage through space! The Galway Arts Centre’s great universe captures the imagination of children, invoking a sense of awe and wonder....

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American SMART STEM Telescope Project Launches in California

Andromeda Galaxy TARA is an ambitious science and technology project involving American and Irish students. Launched on September 20th in both Ireland and Portola Valley, California TARA will give...

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World Space Week 2013

Exploring Mars, Discovering Earth World Space Week is an international celebration of science and technology, and their contribution to the betterment of the human condition that runs annually from the...

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Wake-Up Rosetta – Call for Videos

The European Space Agency’s Rosetta mission is a daring attempt to land on a comet, to help find out more about the early stages of the Solar System and more about the source of water on Earth. After a...

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Ireland joins the International “Wake Up Rosetta” Event

On Jan 20th, 2014, people all around the world will take part in the European Space Agency’s Wake Up Rosetta event. The Rosetta mission is a daring attempt to land on a comet and help find out more...

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