The Celestial Bear: The Six Nations’ Night Sky (by Dr. Robert Cockcroft)

This Month’s Topic: “The Celestial Bear: The Six Nations’ Night Sky” presented by Rob Cockcroft, Mcmaster, associate professor and director of the William J. McCallum Planetarium

“That is how I heard the story, so I thought that is how you would hear it as well…” Join us for a fascinating presentation that blends local culture, history, and modern-day astronomy that shares the Six Nation’s sky lore and language through traditional Indigenous night-sky stories. With narration and visuals by a live presentation and pre-recorded excerpts (in English, Mohawk, and Cayuga), learn about the story of the bear and the brothers and how it is retold every year with the rotating patterns in the night sky. See the same stars with a completely different understanding and appreciation! This presentation was collaboratively produced by members of the Six Nations, McMaster’s Indigenous Studies Department, and the McCallion Planetarium.

Time: 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Cost: Free

Ages: Geared towards ages 7-14 (Whole family and all ages welcome) Register online.