Tip of the day – A visit at Planetarium
Tip of the day – A visit at Planetarium https://staging.thecloudkeys.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/123771023_3410404512411388_3088227724261094531_n-1024x577.jpg 1024 577 Cloudkeys https://staging.thecloudkeys.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/123771023_3410404512411388_3088227724261094531_n-1024x577.jpgDionysis Simopoulos (8 March 1943 – 7 August 2022) was a Greek astronomy educator, science communicator and director emeritus of the Eugenides Foundation Planetarium (387, Syggrou Ave. 17564, P. Faliro). He played a key role in the promotion of astronomy and science in general in Greece.
He had studied at the University of Louisiana, USA, where he then worked in various positions between 1968 and 1973, including as director of the state’s planetarium. At the invitation of the Eugenides Foundation, he took over the directorship of the Planetarium in Athens (1973-2014) and was subsequently named its honorary director.
He had many national and international honours to his credit, having served, among others, as President of the European Association for Astronomical Education (1994-2002), member of the Board of Directors of the International Planetarium Society (1978-2008), Secretary General of the Association of European and Mediterranean Planetariums (1976-2008), Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society of England and of the International Planetarium Society. In 1996 he received the highest honorary distinction of the International Planetarium Society for his contribution to international astronomical education, in 2006 he was awarded the “Academic Phoenix” by the French Ministry of Education and in 2015 he was awarded by the Academy of Athens.
A visit to the Planetarium is a must during your trip to Athens. With a wide range of fascinating screenings for all ages—including adults—it’s an experience the whole family will enjoy. Check its program for updates, and when you’re in Athens with your loved ones, don’t miss the chance to go. It’s sure to impress everyone!
CHRISTMAS AT THE EUGENIDES FOUNDATION
The Christmas Star | Planetarium show | Ages 9+
Wizard School: Instructions for Young Wizards in Danger | Science Show | Ages: 6+
Christmas DJ, Composing Christmas Melodies with Code with Sonic Pi | Ages: 10–14 (5th–6th Grade & 1st–2nd Year of Middle School)
Where are the Presents, dear Santa?, Programming a Three-Dimensional Christmas Adventure | Ages: 10–14 (5th–6th Grade & 1st–2nd Year of Middle School)
Merry and Bright, Create a LED tree lamp with 3D Printing and Arduino | Ages: 10-14 (5th ,6th gr. Primary & 1st, 2nd gr. Junior High)