meteor shower!

Celebrate a night under the Stars - The Leonids Meteor Shower

The Science Centre Singapore and TASOS are celebrating the International Year of Astronomy (IYA) 2009 with a big bang. The stars of the show are forecasted to be a half meteor storm that will happen at 5am. Astronomers have predicted that the annual Leonids might put up the most dramatic light show not seen in recent years as the earth passes close to the centre of the comet’s debris trail laid down in 1466. The ideal locations for viewing are in Asia* and North America.

On stage, there will be performances by Kenji Williams, an audio visual art performer, while offstage, visitors will be entertained by the Science Buskers. For astronomy buffs, an accompanying meteorite exhibition, a talk by TASOS, on-site telescope viewing of the planet Jupiter and inflatable planetarium tours for children will also be held.

* Please note that viewing and extent of the Leonids storm is subject to location and clear skies. Neither the Science Centre nor TASOS or other joint organisers can be held responsible in the event that the view of the Leonids is poor.

Details of The Leonids Meteor Shower, Singapore

Event: IYA 2009 Leonid Party (Entry is Free)
Venue: Japanese Gardens
Date: 17 Nov - 18 Nov 2009
Time: 8pm - 5am (*8pm - 2am: activities / 2am - 5am: free & easy)
Website: For more details, please visit www.science.edu.sg