Indigenous Stargazing at Australian Parliament House

Join Indigenous Astronomer and proud Gamilaraay/Yuwaalaraay man Peter Swanton, in association with astronomers from Mt Stromlo and the Canberra Astronomical Society.

Start your journey inside where Peter will guide you through Australia's long and rich history of stargazing. Discover how First Nations people have used the skies as maps to navigate seasons and guide cultural practices across a millennium. Explore the scientific importance of stars on Country and how this knowledge is being preserved.

Afterwards, join us under the stars on the Australian Parliament House front lawns for some hands-on stargazing with the Mt Stromlo Observatory (ANU) and the Canberra Astronomical Society and their telescopes. (The outdoor component of the event is subject to clear skies suitable for viewing and will be confirmed as proceeding on the day).

Rug up from the Canberra chill to observe the skies.

Bookings are essential for this free event.