Look to the Stars - Stargazing and Exhibition Viewing

In MAP mima...

To mark National Science Week 2025, the Multi-Arts Pavilion, mima, has commissioned an artist to create a work on the theme of Stargazing.

Stellaris is an immersive 360-degree projection work by Ryan Wild, offering a visually stunning and contemplative journey through the solar system and beyond. It presents the planets in orbit, revealing their scale, composition, and place within the larger structure of our galaxy.

The work blends scientific storytelling with poetic sound design to create an experience that is both educational and meditative. Highlights include a focus on Jupiter and its moons, Galileo’s historic discoveries, constellations, and the unique position of Pluto and the Kuiper Belt.

• MAP mima will be open for the exhibition viewing 5 - 9pm.
• An exhibition launch and talk will occur at 6pm. Places are limited.

This Inspiring Australia NSW initiative is supported by the Australian Government as part of National Science Week.

In Speers Point Park....

Join the Newcastle Astronomical Society, as they point their telescopes to the sky above Lake Macquarie for a night of stargazing.

Learn how to navigate your way to the Milky Way and beyond, as the society members share their love, enthusiasm and knowledge of all things stars and the universe with you.

Tickets

The star gazing component of this event is weather-dependent. Please register your interest, and you will be notified via email if stargazing is cancelled or rescheduled

Event details:

• 5pm to 9.30pm
• Free
• All ages event, children must be accompanied by an adult
• Please bring a torch to navigate the park

Look to the Stars is part of Lake Mac Steam

About The Newcastle Astronomical Society:

About The Newcastle Astronomical Society aims to promote the study of astronomy and further public interest in astronomy.

The Multi-Arts Pavilion, mima (MAP mima) is located in Speers Point Park, on the edge of Lake Macquarie. It can be reached easily from the lake foreshore cycleway, the water, or by public transport. There is ample parking in the Creek Reserve Road carpark. Parking is also available at the Park Road carpark at the eastern end of Speers Point Park.

This event may be photographed and filmed and your image could be used in advertising and promotion by Lake Macquarie City Council. Should you wish to not be photographed or filmed please advise event organisers on entry at the event.