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To celebrate the Moon landing this unique evening for the public features a selection of space-themed tunes performed live by the Southern Peninsula Concert Band, woven together with informative space talks by the Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society. Weather permitting, this will be followed by stargazing with telescopes.
Proudly supported by National Science Week, Inspiring Australia, Royal Society of Victoria and the International Astronomical Union. Venue The Briars Historic Park (MPAS Observatory) 450 Nepean Highway Melways Map 151 E1 Mt Martha 3934 Victoria Starting at 7:00 pm (Please arrive early to be sure of parking near to the venue) |
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Image courtesy of NASA
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Tickets
Seating is $10 per head. No child/adult/family/concession split.
Book now as seats are limited. https://www.trybooking.com/BDMNW
Raffle Prizes
$5.00 a ticket. There are three hampers to win;
1st Prize has a small piece of the Moon; 2nd Prize a piece of lunar mineral and 3rd Prize a 3D-printed lunar globe.
Those not attending may also buy raffle tickets via the ticket order page.
Who Can Attend?
Any member of the public of any age is welcome. The evening is family friendly, though children/minors must be supervised by their responsible parent or guardian at all times. Pets are not permitted anywhere inside The Briars Historic Park.
Can I Bring My Own Instrument?
Please leave your own musical instrument or astronomical telescope at home for this event.
Can I take photographs or video record during the concert?
Yes, you may for personal, non-commercial use only, provided the subject of the recording has given their consent.
Can You Store My Bag, Umbrella or Coat?
We do not have cloakroom facilities on-site. Please note that any personal belongings brought to the event are at your own risk.
Car Parking
This is available free in the areas adjacent to the observatory, at the Nursery and surrounding regions, and down the road back to the main visitors centre. Take care if walking on the road after dark as the edges are unsealed. You are advised to arrive well ahead of time to be sure of parking near to the venue. There is no wheelchair access.
What Happens If It Is Raining?
The evening may still proceed, unless wild weather is anticipated, in which case it may be cancelled on the day. Tickets will be refunded.
What Should I Wear?
Dress casually for comfort. Wear a jacket/warmer clothes if it is cold that evening, and bring an umbrella/poncho in the event of wet weather. Wear closed shoes as you could be outdoors at times during the evening. You may also bring a small handheld torch for use after dark, or use the one from your smartphone.
Drinks?
Tea / Coffee / Cordial will be provided as part of admission.
Contact the Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society
For all enquiries please email at welcome@mpas.asn.au
Seating is $10 per head. No child/adult/family/concession split.
Book now as seats are limited. https://www.trybooking.com/BDMNW
Raffle Prizes
$5.00 a ticket. There are three hampers to win;
1st Prize has a small piece of the Moon; 2nd Prize a piece of lunar mineral and 3rd Prize a 3D-printed lunar globe.
Those not attending may also buy raffle tickets via the ticket order page.
Who Can Attend?
Any member of the public of any age is welcome. The evening is family friendly, though children/minors must be supervised by their responsible parent or guardian at all times. Pets are not permitted anywhere inside The Briars Historic Park.
Can I Bring My Own Instrument?
Please leave your own musical instrument or astronomical telescope at home for this event.
Can I take photographs or video record during the concert?
Yes, you may for personal, non-commercial use only, provided the subject of the recording has given their consent.
Can You Store My Bag, Umbrella or Coat?
We do not have cloakroom facilities on-site. Please note that any personal belongings brought to the event are at your own risk.
Car Parking
This is available free in the areas adjacent to the observatory, at the Nursery and surrounding regions, and down the road back to the main visitors centre. Take care if walking on the road after dark as the edges are unsealed. You are advised to arrive well ahead of time to be sure of parking near to the venue. There is no wheelchair access.
What Happens If It Is Raining?
The evening may still proceed, unless wild weather is anticipated, in which case it may be cancelled on the day. Tickets will be refunded.
What Should I Wear?
Dress casually for comfort. Wear a jacket/warmer clothes if it is cold that evening, and bring an umbrella/poncho in the event of wet weather. Wear closed shoes as you could be outdoors at times during the evening. You may also bring a small handheld torch for use after dark, or use the one from your smartphone.
Drinks?
Tea / Coffee / Cordial will be provided as part of admission.
Contact the Mornington Peninsula Astronomical Society
For all enquiries please email at welcome@mpas.asn.au