Description:
Working in partnership with the Cotswold Astronomical Society, the Corinium Museum presents this illuminating exhibition about astronomy.
Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about space, constellations and the planets and the links with Greek and Roman gods, myths and legends. The Museum is home to some important effigies depicting the gods of ancient Rome; Mercury, Venus, Neptune and Mars. The exhibition also profiles the valuable work of local astronomers past and present; including Reverend James Bradley and Nathaniel Bliss from Gloucestershire who were both awarded the title ‘Astronomer Royal’ in the 18th century and Cirencester born Elizabeth Brown who was appointed Director of the Solar Section of the Liverpool Astronomy Society in 1883. Visitors will learn about the work of the Cotswold Astronomical Society and enjoy some incredible views of space photographed by their members from Gloucestershire soil. This exhibition is supported by the Royal Astronomical Society for the International year of Astronomy 2009.
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