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Astronomer in Residence

History of the Solar System

The histories of planets, moons, and asteroids orbiting the Sun are compared to the properties of known planets around other stars. Special emphasis will be given to the first 2.5 billion years of lunar history as a complement to Grand Canyon's history of the last 2 billion years. Long-term prospects for extraterrestrial life are assessed. Dr. Koerner will be Grand Canyon Conservancy Astronomer in Residence through November 4th, 2024. 

  • October 15, 2024
  • 7:00PM–8:00PM MST
  • South Rim Visitor Center Theater
Grand Canyon Star Party - Telescope Lot 1611 News Release - The thirty-third annual Grand Canyon Star Party will be held Saturday, June 10 through Saturday, June 17, 2023, on both the South and North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. National parks such as Grand Canyon are protective havens for some of the last remaining dark skies in the United States.
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Dr. David Koerner

Dr. David Koerner is an Emeritus Associate Professor in Astronomy and Planetary Science at NAU and an accomplished musician. He has conducted groundbreaking studies of planet-forming disks at NASA/JPL, co-authored a book on astrobiology, and developed innovative field courses combining astronomy and Earth history. He is a violinist and violist who performs with the Dark Sky Quartet and is also a featured pianist at the Grand Canyon Music Festival.

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In-Person, Grand Canyon Conservancy, Astronomer in Residence