Happening @ Michigan https://events.umich.edu/list/rss RSS Feed for Happening @ Michigan Events at the University of Michigan. Michigan Archives@the DO: American North Russia Expeditionary Force in Archangel (December 8, 2022 7:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/101205 101205-21800937@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Thursday, December 8, 2022 7:00pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Michigan Archives Nights at the Detroit Observatory feature compelling collections and selections from the holdings of the Bentley Historical Library, covering U-M history, state history, and more. Join us as archivists pull fascinating items out of the collections and share the stories behind them.

The American military intervention at Archangel, Russia, at the end of World War I, nicknamed the "Polar Bear Expedition," is a strange episode in American history. Ostensibly sent to Russia to prevent a German advance and to help reopen the Eastern Front, American soldiers found themselves fighting Bolshevik revolutionaries for months after the Armistice ended fighting in France. Because many of the American troops involved in the intervention were from Michigan, the Bentley Historical Library has extensive records on the expedition. Join us for Archivist Olga Virakhovskaya's talk about this historic episode, replete with documents and artifacts from the exhibition.

Olga Virakhovskaya is the Lead Archivist for Collections Management at the Bentley Historical Library. She oversees the process of preparation of collections for use by Bentley's researchers, as well as creating collection guides and catalog records. A native of St. Petersburg, Russia, Olga holds a BA in Sociology from Simmons University in Boston; M.A. in Russian and East European Studies from the University of Michigan, and a Master in Library and Information Science from Southern Connecticut State University. She joined the Bentley in 2007. Archives related to the American North Russia Expeditionary Force, or the Polar Bears archives, are among Olga's favorite Bentley collections. Her other favorite collections include archives related to the University of Michigan Symphony Band's 1961 tour of the Soviet Union; as well as collections related to civil rights and accessibility rights activism in Michigan. Olga's current professional interests include the issues of ethics and privacy in archives.

]]>
Lecture / Discussion Wed, 09 Nov 2022 11:24:01 -0500 2022-12-08T19:00:00-05:00 2022-12-08T21:00:00-05:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Lecture / Discussion Image of Olga Virakhovskaya.
Seeing in Depth: A Telescope View of Mars (January 27, 2023 8:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/103362 103362-21807097@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, January 27, 2023 8:00pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

As the Earth passes by Mars, the Detroit Observatory takes a closer looks at our solar system's rusty, red neighbor.

The Detroit Observatory's Seeing in Depth programs are a chance to take a closer look at some of the people, places, and sciences from the observatory's history. Mars has occupied the imagination of earthlings for as long as they've pondered the night sky. As the red planet moves across Michigan's winter night sky, the Detroit Observatory will point its telescopes towards the red planet. We will also share stories about humanity's understanding of Mars through the 20th century and astronomers from the DO who helped explore it.

Talks and presentations begin at 8PM. Telescope observing is weather dependent.

]]>
Presentation Fri, 13 Jan 2023 16:19:32 -0500 2023-01-27T20:00:00-05:00 2023-01-27T22:30:00-05:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Presentation 1892 telescope view.
SAANference 2023: Beyond Borders (February 10, 2023 6:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/104176 104176-21808559@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, February 10, 2023 6:30pm
Location:
Organized By: Multi Ethnic Student Affairs - MESA

The South Asian Awareness Network is proud to present our annual social justice conference Beyond Borders: Confronting Division and Forging Unity. Our theme this year aims to empower our attendees to confront oppressive borders as they exist socially and politically, cultivating meaningful solidarity in the South Asian diaspora and beyond.

This year, our keynote address will take place on February 10th at 6:30pm. Refreshments will be served. The next day on February 11th at 12:00pm, registration and lunch buffet will begin in Angell Hall Auditorium C + D. At registration, you will be assigned to one of two tracks, each with three workshops. If you are one of the first 100 attendees to show up at registration, you will receive a free tote bag as well as preference for which track you would like to be assigned to. Later that night, we will be hosting a formal where you can show up in your South Asian cultural attire for refreshments, music, and lots of dancing!

Follow us on Instagram (@um_saan) as we count down until conference! Please reach out to saan@umich.edu with any questions.

]]>
Conference / Symposium Fri, 27 Jan 2023 17:25:29 -0500 2023-02-10T18:30:00-05:00 2023-02-10T21:00:00-05:00 Multi Ethnic Student Affairs - MESA Conference / Symposium SAANference 2023 flyer
SAANference 2023: Beyond Borders (February 11, 2023 12:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/104176 104176-21808560@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Saturday, February 11, 2023 12:00pm
Location:
Organized By: Multi Ethnic Student Affairs - MESA

The South Asian Awareness Network is proud to present our annual social justice conference Beyond Borders: Confronting Division and Forging Unity. Our theme this year aims to empower our attendees to confront oppressive borders as they exist socially and politically, cultivating meaningful solidarity in the South Asian diaspora and beyond.

This year, our keynote address will take place on February 10th at 6:30pm. Refreshments will be served. The next day on February 11th at 12:00pm, registration and lunch buffet will begin in Angell Hall Auditorium C + D. At registration, you will be assigned to one of two tracks, each with three workshops. If you are one of the first 100 attendees to show up at registration, you will receive a free tote bag as well as preference for which track you would like to be assigned to. Later that night, we will be hosting a formal where you can show up in your South Asian cultural attire for refreshments, music, and lots of dancing!

Follow us on Instagram (@um_saan) as we count down until conference! Please reach out to saan@umich.edu with any questions.

]]>
Conference / Symposium Fri, 27 Jan 2023 17:25:29 -0500 2023-02-11T12:00:00-05:00 2023-02-11T15:00:00-05:00 Multi Ethnic Student Affairs - MESA Conference / Symposium SAANference 2023 flyer
Guess Who: Women's History Month Edition (March 21, 2023 2:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/106110 106110-21813764@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Tuesday, March 21, 2023 2:00pm
Location: Diag - Central Campus
Organized By: Center for Campus Involvement

Test your knowledge at Guess Who? and Jenga to compete against friends and win prizes - Women's History Month Edition. We will be on the diag from 2-4 pm!

]]>
Social / Informal Gathering Mon, 13 Mar 2023 09:45:16 -0400 2023-03-21T14:00:00-04:00 2023-03-21T16:00:00-04:00 Diag - Central Campus Center for Campus Involvement Social / Informal Gathering Guess Who?
Creating Michigan: A Walking Tour of Key Moments in U-M's Early History (May 12, 2023 2:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/107985 107985-21818686@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, May 12, 2023 2:30pm
Location: Angell Hall
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

This tour will explore questions such as: What do the Odawa, Ojibwe, and Badawademi have to do with the founding of the University? How did the Diag change from pasture to the tree-covered expanse it is today? Before the President’s House was the President’s House, what was it? Why is a plaque commemorating the admission of women located in Angell Hall?

This tour meets in front of Angell Hall and ends at the Detroit Observatory. Advance registration optional.

]]>
Tours Fri, 05 May 2023 15:13:56 -0400 2023-05-12T14:30:00-04:00 2023-05-12T17:00:00-04:00 Angell Hall Bentley Historical Library Tours Sketch of a university map in 1847.
May Astronomy Night Open Houses (May 12, 2023 8:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/107295 107295-21815843@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, May 12, 2023 8:30pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Explore the heavens during one of our astronomy nights. Open houses involve presentations on a range of fascinating astronomical phenomena, instruction on the telescopes, and, when weather permits, observing with our beautiful historic Fitz telescope as well as modern supplemental telescopes.

May telescope sights: Leo galaxies, Regulus, Mizar & Alcor

Please note: astronomy events at the Observatory take place even if the weather does not permit observing. We strive to always have interesting things for you to do. Tickets are required, and open house registrations are capped at 100 guests. You can arrive anytime from 8:30 pm to 10 pm. You will be given a time slot for visiting the dome. While you are waiting, check out other features and presentations.

]]>
Reception / Open House Fri, 07 Apr 2023 09:57:16 -0400 2023-05-12T20:30:00-04:00 2023-05-12T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Reception / Open House Image of a man with glasses looking into a telescope.
Creating Michigan: A Walking Tour of Key Moments in U-M's Early History (May 19, 2023 2:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/107985 107985-21818687@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, May 19, 2023 2:30pm
Location: Angell Hall
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

This tour will explore questions such as: What do the Odawa, Ojibwe, and Badawademi have to do with the founding of the University? How did the Diag change from pasture to the tree-covered expanse it is today? Before the President’s House was the President’s House, what was it? Why is a plaque commemorating the admission of women located in Angell Hall?

This tour meets in front of Angell Hall and ends at the Detroit Observatory. Advance registration optional.

]]>
Tours Fri, 05 May 2023 15:13:56 -0400 2023-05-19T14:30:00-04:00 2023-05-19T17:00:00-04:00 Angell Hall Bentley Historical Library Tours Sketch of a university map in 1847.
May Astronomy Night Open Houses (May 19, 2023 8:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/107295 107295-21815844@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, May 19, 2023 8:30pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Explore the heavens during one of our astronomy nights. Open houses involve presentations on a range of fascinating astronomical phenomena, instruction on the telescopes, and, when weather permits, observing with our beautiful historic Fitz telescope as well as modern supplemental telescopes.

May telescope sights: Leo galaxies, Regulus, Mizar & Alcor

Please note: astronomy events at the Observatory take place even if the weather does not permit observing. We strive to always have interesting things for you to do. Tickets are required, and open house registrations are capped at 100 guests. You can arrive anytime from 8:30 pm to 10 pm. You will be given a time slot for visiting the dome. While you are waiting, check out other features and presentations.

]]>
Reception / Open House Fri, 07 Apr 2023 09:57:16 -0400 2023-05-19T20:30:00-04:00 2023-05-19T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Reception / Open House Image of a man with glasses looking into a telescope.
May Astronomy Night Open Houses (May 26, 2023 8:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/107295 107295-21815845@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, May 26, 2023 8:30pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Explore the heavens during one of our astronomy nights. Open houses involve presentations on a range of fascinating astronomical phenomena, instruction on the telescopes, and, when weather permits, observing with our beautiful historic Fitz telescope as well as modern supplemental telescopes.

May telescope sights: Leo galaxies, Regulus, Mizar & Alcor

Please note: astronomy events at the Observatory take place even if the weather does not permit observing. We strive to always have interesting things for you to do. Tickets are required, and open house registrations are capped at 100 guests. You can arrive anytime from 8:30 pm to 10 pm. You will be given a time slot for visiting the dome. While you are waiting, check out other features and presentations.

]]>
Reception / Open House Fri, 07 Apr 2023 09:57:16 -0400 2023-05-26T20:30:00-04:00 2023-05-26T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Reception / Open House Image of a man with glasses looking into a telescope.
June Astronomy Night Open Houses (June 2, 2023 8:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/108242 108242-21819165@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, June 2, 2023 8:30pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Explore the heavens during one of our astronomy nights. Open houses involve presentations on a range of fascinating astronomical phenomena, instruction on the telescopes, and, when weather permits, observing with our beautiful historic Fitz telescope as well as modern supplemental telescopes.

June Telescope Sights: Venus, Globular Cluster M13, Spica

Please note: astronomy events at the Observatory take place even if the weather does not permit observing. We offer unique tour and telescope demos when we can't observe the night sky. Tickets are required, and open house registrations are capped at 100 guests. You can arrive anytime from 8:30 pm to 10 pm. You will be given a time slot for visiting the dome. While you are waiting, check out other features and presentations.

]]>
Reception / Open House Mon, 22 May 2023 11:26:05 -0400 2023-06-02T20:30:00-04:00 2023-06-02T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Reception / Open House Image of docents helping visitors see the night sky.
June Astronomy Night Open Houses (June 9, 2023 8:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/108242 108242-21819166@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, June 9, 2023 8:30pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Explore the heavens during one of our astronomy nights. Open houses involve presentations on a range of fascinating astronomical phenomena, instruction on the telescopes, and, when weather permits, observing with our beautiful historic Fitz telescope as well as modern supplemental telescopes.

June Telescope Sights: Venus, Globular Cluster M13, Spica

Please note: astronomy events at the Observatory take place even if the weather does not permit observing. We offer unique tour and telescope demos when we can't observe the night sky. Tickets are required, and open house registrations are capped at 100 guests. You can arrive anytime from 8:30 pm to 10 pm. You will be given a time slot for visiting the dome. While you are waiting, check out other features and presentations.

]]>
Reception / Open House Mon, 22 May 2023 11:26:05 -0400 2023-06-09T20:30:00-04:00 2023-06-09T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Reception / Open House Image of docents helping visitors see the night sky.
June Astronomy Night Open Houses (June 16, 2023 8:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/108242 108242-21819167@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, June 16, 2023 8:30pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Explore the heavens during one of our astronomy nights. Open houses involve presentations on a range of fascinating astronomical phenomena, instruction on the telescopes, and, when weather permits, observing with our beautiful historic Fitz telescope as well as modern supplemental telescopes.

June Telescope Sights: Venus, Globular Cluster M13, Spica

Please note: astronomy events at the Observatory take place even if the weather does not permit observing. We offer unique tour and telescope demos when we can't observe the night sky. Tickets are required, and open house registrations are capped at 100 guests. You can arrive anytime from 8:30 pm to 10 pm. You will be given a time slot for visiting the dome. While you are waiting, check out other features and presentations.

]]>
Reception / Open House Mon, 22 May 2023 11:26:05 -0400 2023-06-16T20:30:00-04:00 2023-06-16T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Reception / Open House Image of docents helping visitors see the night sky.
June Astronomy Night Open Houses (June 23, 2023 8:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/108242 108242-21819168@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, June 23, 2023 8:30pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Explore the heavens during one of our astronomy nights. Open houses involve presentations on a range of fascinating astronomical phenomena, instruction on the telescopes, and, when weather permits, observing with our beautiful historic Fitz telescope as well as modern supplemental telescopes.

June Telescope Sights: Venus, Globular Cluster M13, Spica

Please note: astronomy events at the Observatory take place even if the weather does not permit observing. We offer unique tour and telescope demos when we can't observe the night sky. Tickets are required, and open house registrations are capped at 100 guests. You can arrive anytime from 8:30 pm to 10 pm. You will be given a time slot for visiting the dome. While you are waiting, check out other features and presentations.

]]>
Reception / Open House Mon, 22 May 2023 11:26:05 -0400 2023-06-23T20:30:00-04:00 2023-06-23T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Reception / Open House Image of docents helping visitors see the night sky.
Seeing in Depth: Asteroids Over Michigan (June 30, 2023 8:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/108604 108604-21820198@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, June 30, 2023 8:00pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

While you might not call the Detroit Observatory if an asteroid hits your car, we can help illuminate the history of asteroid discovery across the 19th century! The Astronomers of U-M's Detroit Observatory were responsible for the discovery and study of many asteroids in our solar system and we are lucky to still have the telescopes and scientific instruments that helped them complete this work. Join us Friday, June 30 for a talks and presentations around our history with asteroids, along with demos of our beautiful 19th century telescopes. We will also be showing images of asteroids and comets taken through our historic Fitz telescope. If weather permits, we will also include night sky observing through our telescopes.

Seeing in Depth programs are a chance to take a closer look at some of the people, places, and sciences from the observatory's history. Talks and presentations feature observatory staff and begin at 8PM. Telescope observing is weather dependent and will begin after sunset.

International Asteroid Day is dedicated to bring public awareness to the hazards of asteroid impacts, crisis communications around asteroid impacts, and the ongoing search for asteroids in our solar system that could be dangerous to Earth.

Learn more about International Asteroid Day here: https://www.un.org/en/observances/asteroid-day

]]>
Lecture / Discussion Fri, 09 Jun 2023 10:27:03 -0400 2023-06-30T20:00:00-04:00 2023-06-30T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Lecture / Discussion Black and white image of the Detroit Observatory with three asteroids of different sizes in the air surrounding it.
July Astronomy Nights (July 7, 2023 8:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/108603 108603-21820194@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, July 7, 2023 8:30pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Explore the heavens during one of our astronomy nights. Open houses involve presentations on a range of fascinating astronomical phenomena, instruction on the telescopes, and, when weather permits, observing with our beautiful historic Fitz telescope as well as modern supplemental telescopes.

Please note: astronomy events at the Observatory take place even if the weather does not permit observing. We offer unique tour and telescope demos when we can't observe the night sky. Tickets are required, and open house registrations are capped at 100 guests. You can arrive anytime from 8:30 pm to 10 pm. You will be given a time slot for visiting the dome. While you are waiting, check out other features and presentations.

]]>
Reception / Open House Fri, 09 Jun 2023 10:19:36 -0400 2023-07-07T20:30:00-04:00 2023-07-07T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Reception / Open House Close-up image of a telescope.
July Astronomy Nights (July 14, 2023 8:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/108603 108603-21820195@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, July 14, 2023 8:30pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Explore the heavens during one of our astronomy nights. Open houses involve presentations on a range of fascinating astronomical phenomena, instruction on the telescopes, and, when weather permits, observing with our beautiful historic Fitz telescope as well as modern supplemental telescopes.

Please note: astronomy events at the Observatory take place even if the weather does not permit observing. We offer unique tour and telescope demos when we can't observe the night sky. Tickets are required, and open house registrations are capped at 100 guests. You can arrive anytime from 8:30 pm to 10 pm. You will be given a time slot for visiting the dome. While you are waiting, check out other features and presentations.

]]>
Reception / Open House Fri, 09 Jun 2023 10:19:36 -0400 2023-07-14T20:30:00-04:00 2023-07-14T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Reception / Open House Close-up image of a telescope.
July Astronomy Nights (July 28, 2023 8:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/108603 108603-21820196@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, July 28, 2023 8:30pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Explore the heavens during one of our astronomy nights. Open houses involve presentations on a range of fascinating astronomical phenomena, instruction on the telescopes, and, when weather permits, observing with our beautiful historic Fitz telescope as well as modern supplemental telescopes.

Please note: astronomy events at the Observatory take place even if the weather does not permit observing. We offer unique tour and telescope demos when we can't observe the night sky. Tickets are required, and open house registrations are capped at 100 guests. You can arrive anytime from 8:30 pm to 10 pm. You will be given a time slot for visiting the dome. While you are waiting, check out other features and presentations.

]]>
Reception / Open House Fri, 09 Jun 2023 10:19:36 -0400 2023-07-28T20:30:00-04:00 2023-07-28T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Reception / Open House Close-up image of a telescope.
September Astronomy Nights (September 1, 2023 8:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/110977 110977-21825954@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, September 1, 2023 8:30pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Explore the heavens during one of our astronomy nights. Open houses involve presentations on a range of fascinating astronomical phenomena, instruction on the telescopes, and, when weather permits, observing with our beautiful historic Fitz telescope as well as modern supplemental telescopes.

Please note: astronomy events at the Observatory take place even if the weather does not permit observing. We offer unique tour and telescope demos when we can't observe the night sky. Tickets are required, and open house registrations are capped at 100 guests. You can arrive anytime from 8:30 pm to 10 pm. You will be given a time slot for visiting the dome. While you are waiting, check out other features and presentations.

]]>
Tours Wed, 30 Aug 2023 14:11:27 -0400 2023-09-01T20:30:00-04:00 2023-09-01T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Tours The new addition of the Detroit Observatory
September Astronomy Nights (September 8, 2023 8:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/110977 110977-21826176@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, September 8, 2023 8:30pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Explore the heavens during one of our astronomy nights. Open houses involve presentations on a range of fascinating astronomical phenomena, instruction on the telescopes, and, when weather permits, observing with our beautiful historic Fitz telescope as well as modern supplemental telescopes.

Please note: astronomy events at the Observatory take place even if the weather does not permit observing. We offer unique tour and telescope demos when we can't observe the night sky. Tickets are required, and open house registrations are capped at 100 guests. You can arrive anytime from 8:30 pm to 10 pm. You will be given a time slot for visiting the dome. While you are waiting, check out other features and presentations.

]]>
Tours Wed, 30 Aug 2023 14:11:27 -0400 2023-09-08T20:30:00-04:00 2023-09-08T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Tours The new addition of the Detroit Observatory
Making Michigan: A City's Conscience:The Life and Career of Josephine Gomon (September 14, 2023 7:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/111364 111364-21826894@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Thursday, September 14, 2023 7:00pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Teacher, columnist, social justice activist, politician, advisor, director of several public agencies, and more: Ann Arbor native and U-M alum Josephine Fellows Gomon (LSA 1913) had an impact on Detroit, on Michigan, and on social justice across the nation -- an impact matched by few others. Join us for a presentation by Michelle McClellan and learn about Gomon's life and work in the context of women's roles in the early and mid 20th century, including her involvement in the birth control movement and her service as director of women personnel at the Willow Run bomber plant during WWII. Find out why the Detroit Free Press called her "the City's Conscience."

Michelle McClellan is the Johanna Meijer Magoon Principal Archivist at the Bentley Historical Library, University of Michigan. She serves as the field archivist for the Michigan Historical Collections, aiming to preserve diverse stories from across the state. Michelle earned her Ph.D. in American history from Stanford University and her M.S.I. from the University of Michigan. Before coming to the Bentley, Michelle worked in academia, museums, and historic preservation. She has published on the history of women and medicine, on “Little House” heritage tourism, and on how museums and historic sites can highlight formerly hidden stories. Most recently, she co-authored “Not Even Past: Archiving 2020 in Real Time” with Aprille McKay, which appeared in the volume Being Human during COVID-19 (University of Michigan Press, 2021).

For those attending in person, the event will be followed by tours of the Observatory, with observing if weather permits.

If you'd like to attend this event virtually, registration can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-citys-consciencethe-life-and-career-of-josephine-gomon-virtual-tickets-699266784777?aff=oddtdtcreator

If you'd like to attend this event in person, registration can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-citys-consciencethe-life-and-career-of-josephine-gomon-in-person-tickets-699253083797?aff=oddtdtcreator

]]>
Lecture / Discussion Fri, 01 Sep 2023 10:46:08 -0400 2023-09-14T19:00:00-04:00 2023-09-14T20:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Lecture / Discussion Josephine Gomon
The Origins of the Law Quadrangle: A Walking Tour (September 15, 2023 2:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/111945 111945-21828041@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, September 15, 2023 2:30pm
Location: The Law Quad
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Have you ever wondered about the history of the buildings that sit in the middle of campus that many associate with the Renaissance, east coast Ivy Leagues, or even Hogwarts?

This walking tour seeks to familiarize you not only with the illustrious, imposing architecture of the Law Quadrangle here at the University of Michigan but also with the historic presence of the Law School itself. Over the course of 1.5 hours, we will discuss the conception of the buildings themselves, the winding roads it took to get there, and the Law School’s many years of influence on social issues and legal education as we stroll through the Quad. Join us as we uncover stories and debunk myths about the distinctive University of Michigan Law Quadrangle.

The tour starts on the southeast corner of State St. and N University. Please dress weather appropriate.

]]>
Tours Fri, 08 Sep 2023 14:54:20 -0400 2023-09-15T14:30:00-04:00 2023-09-15T16:00:00-04:00 The Law Quad Bentley Historical Library Tours Law Quad at UM
September Astronomy Nights (September 15, 2023 8:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/110977 110977-21826177@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, September 15, 2023 8:30pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Explore the heavens during one of our astronomy nights. Open houses involve presentations on a range of fascinating astronomical phenomena, instruction on the telescopes, and, when weather permits, observing with our beautiful historic Fitz telescope as well as modern supplemental telescopes.

Please note: astronomy events at the Observatory take place even if the weather does not permit observing. We offer unique tour and telescope demos when we can't observe the night sky. Tickets are required, and open house registrations are capped at 100 guests. You can arrive anytime from 8:30 pm to 10 pm. You will be given a time slot for visiting the dome. While you are waiting, check out other features and presentations.

]]>
Tours Wed, 30 Aug 2023 14:11:27 -0400 2023-09-15T20:30:00-04:00 2023-09-15T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Tours The new addition of the Detroit Observatory
Walking Tour: Romantic Life at U of M (September 22, 2023 2:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/111946 111946-21828042@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, September 22, 2023 2:30pm
Location: Burnham House
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

The Romantic Life at U of M Walking Tour takes you through some of the beautiful and notable portions of the Nichols Arboretum starting at the Peony Garden, as well as a few of the dorms surrounding the Detroit Observatory, where the tour ends. While you learn about the history surrounding these spots, you will also get to hear some stories of the romantic lives of some of our faculty, students, and alumni, as well as some other historical facts about events and lives here at the University of Michigan campus, with an accompanying slideshow filled with photos, scrapbook pages, and letters found here: https://myumi.ch/XnZrd

The tour is about 1.5 hours long with a total of a 1.3 mile walk. It should be noted that a portion of the walking tour has a steep hill, though there are stairs at the steepest section. Please also prepare for the weather, as it can be very hot or rainy during tours.

The starting point will be outside the Peony Garden entrance, at the Burnham House located at 1610 Washington Hts Ann Arbor, MI 48109.

Parking is available along the street on Washington Hts, in the Palmer Drive Parking Garage, or up off of Observatory St near Forest Hill Cemetery. The observatory is within 2 blocks of multiple city and campus bus stops.

]]>
Tours Fri, 08 Sep 2023 14:59:08 -0400 2023-09-22T14:30:00-04:00 2023-09-22T16:00:00-04:00 Burnham House Bentley Historical Library Tours The peony garden
Seeing in Depth: "Picture This", The Detroit Observatory (September 22, 2023 8:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/111947 111947-21828043@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, September 22, 2023 8:00pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Nearly 170 years since its inception, the Detroit Observatory has been a place for countless images; paintings and photos of the observatory, night sky photography through the historic Fitz telescope, images of scientists at work, and more! Join us at 8pm on Friday, September 22 for a deeper look at some of the images that share the observatory's legacy.

Feature talk: Jasper Cropsey's "The Detroit Observatory at the University of Michigan" w/ Xi Yuan Zheng

Seeing in Depth gives visitors a closer look at some of the people, technology, and discoveries from the Detroit Observatory's history. Talks and presentations feature observatory staff and begin at 8PM. Telescope observing is weather dependent and will begin after sunset.

]]>
Presentation Fri, 08 Sep 2023 15:02:54 -0400 2023-09-22T20:00:00-04:00 2023-09-22T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Presentation The Detroit Observatory
Creating Michigan: A Walking Tour of Key Moments in U-M's Early History (September 29, 2023 2:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/111948 111948-21828045@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, September 29, 2023 2:30pm
Location: Angell Hall
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

This tour will explore questions such as: How did the Diag change from pasture to the tree-covered expanse it is today? Before the President’s House was the President’s House, what was it? What do the Odawa, Ojibwe, and Badawademi have to do with the founding of the University? Why is a plaque commemorating the admission of women located in Angell Hall?

This tour meets in front of Angell Hall and ends at the Detroit Observatory. Advance registration optional.

]]>
Tours Fri, 08 Sep 2023 15:05:31 -0400 2023-09-29T14:30:00-04:00 2023-09-29T16:00:00-04:00 Angell Hall Bentley Historical Library Tours The Detroit Observatory
Mid-Autumn Festival (September 29, 2023 8:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/111950 111950-21828046@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, September 29, 2023 8:30pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

For Chinese people, the Mid-Autumn Festival (Zhongqiu Jie) is a time to meet with family and friends and enjoy the beautiful full moon together. The Detroit Observatory, Lieberthal-Rogel Center for Chinese Studies, and U-M Astronomy invite you to the observatory for a celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival. The evening will include presentations from U-M Astronomy on the lunar surface features and robotic moon exploration, tours of the Detroit Observatory, and telescope observing of the moon. Families are welcome!

The Kenneth G. Lieberthal and Richard H. Rogel Center for Chinese Studies (LRCCS) was founded in 1961 and has been a national leader in Chinese Studies for over 60 years. A member of the International Institute, LRCCS provides students, specialists, and the public with expert resources and a deeper understanding of contemporary and historical issues related to China.

]]>
Other Thu, 21 Sep 2023 13:58:32 -0400 2023-09-29T20:30:00-04:00 2023-09-29T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Other The full moon
UM Astronomy Thinking Big: From the Detroit Observatory to the 39 Meter ELT (October 5, 2023 7:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/112774 112774-21829535@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Thursday, October 5, 2023 7:00pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Science@DO is joined by U-M Astronomy Professor Michael Meyer to share the story of how Michigan got involved with the biggest optical telescope in the world.

UM’s first president Henry Tappan realized the value of research infrastructure,

commissioning one of the largest telescopes of its time for Detroit Observatory.

That tradition has continued to inspire discoveries through the decades using

the MDM Observatories in Arizona, and the Magellan Observatory in Chile. Now UM

has joined four instrument consortia to build a suite of instruments for the 39 meter

ELT which will be the largest telescope of its kind when completed late this decade.

The ELT will have over x30 the light gathering power of NASA’s JWST and over

x15 the fineness of detail of the Hubble Space Telescope. UM astronomers

will participate in the exciting discoveries it will enable from observations

of the first stars and galaxies formed early in the Universe to discovery

and characterization of planets like Earth around the very nearest stars

to the Sun.

Prof. Michael Meyer has more than 25 years of international scientific research experience, in the fields of galactic and infrared astronomy, as well as the formation, evolution, and characterization of planetary systems (and associated implications on the prospects for life in the Universe). He has experience participating in the development of ground- and space-based instrumentation, including both the NIRCam and NIRISS instruments for the James Webb Space Telescope as well as high contrast imaging systems/spectrographs for 6-10 meter telescopes and next generation extremely large telescopes.

Talk begins at 7PM. The historic Detroit Observatory will be open for tours following the talk. Telescope observing will be available, weather permitting.

]]>
Lecture / Discussion Wed, 20 Sep 2023 10:24:51 -0400 2023-10-05T19:00:00-04:00 2023-10-05T21:00:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Lecture / Discussion U-M Astronomy Professor Michael Meyer to share the story of how Michigan got involved with the biggest optical telescope in the world.
Arts & Resistance: Reimagining Mars: From Canals to the Russian Revolution (October 12, 2023 7:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/112775 112775-21829536@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Thursday, October 12, 2023 7:00pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Arts & Resistance: "Reimagining Mars: From 'Canals' to the Russian Revolution"

Sanil Mittal, LSA Astronomy and Physics; Docent, Judy and Stanley Frankel Detroit Observatory

Thursday, October 12, 2023; 7:00 pm

This talk will dive deep into the so-called "canals" of Mars -- first described in 1877 by the Italian astronomer Giovanni Schiaparelli -- and how they made Mars a central landscape in many works of fiction in the late 19th and early 20th century. We will see some examples of cultural and artistic interpretation of Mars and the canals in science fiction and the impact of such representations on progressive politics and revolution, primarily in the early and mid 20th century. The talk is presented as part of the LSA Arts & Resistance Theme Semester.

Sanil Mittal is a Junior in LSA majoring in Astronomy and Astrophysics and Interdisciplinary Physics with a minor in Business. He is a student docent at the Detroit observatory and has imaged and processed many of the images taken through the Henry Fitz Telescope. He is also engaged in making astronomy more accessible to the public with his work as the president of the Student Astronomical Society on campus. He has previously given a talk on how Mars has been depicted in Science Fiction, and here he expands on that idea.

As with all Observatory events, the Observatory will be open for tours and observing, weather permitting, following the talk.

]]>
Lecture / Discussion Wed, 20 Sep 2023 10:29:02 -0400 2023-10-12T19:00:00-04:00 2023-10-12T21:00:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Lecture / Discussion This talk will dive deep into the so-called "canals" of Mars -- first described in 1877 by the Italian astronomer Giovanni Schiaparelli
More Than "First Do No Harm": Modeling Global Engagement with the U-M/Ghana Partnership (October 19, 2023 7:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/112776 112776-21829537@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Thursday, October 19, 2023 7:00pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

More Than "First Do No Harm": Modeling Global Engagement with the U-M/Ghana Partnership

Timothy R.B. Johnson, Arthur F. Thurnau Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's & Gender Studies

Thursday, October 19, 2023; 7:00 pm

In 1986, Tim Johnson, then chair of obstetrics and gynecology in the U-M Medical School, traveled to Ghana as part of an initial group of Americans to reestablish relationships in medicine. The experience transformed him. Confronted with a shockingly high rate of maternal deaths that could have been prevented in the United States, Dr. Johnson launched a partnership with Ghanaian institutions for training Ob/Gyn health workers -- an unusual and singularly successful partnership, between U-M and Ghana, that continues to this day. The Ob/Gyn partnership led to further collaborations between U-M and Ghana, in other medical fields and beyond, including the social sciences and humanities. We are very excited to host this session with Dr. Johnson in connection with his new book on the partnership, More Than "First Do No Harm," which demonstrates that the partnership serves as vital model for global health collaborations.

Timothy Johnson MD is Arthur F. Thurnau Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women’s & Gender Studies at the University of Michigan where he was Bates Professor of the Diseases of Women and Children and Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology for twenty-four years. He is a high- risk obstetrician, and his research interests are fetal behavior, prenatal care, medical education and capacity building for health, global women’s health, global health ethics, and assessment and prevention of sexual harassment in academic medicine. He is active in international teaching and training. In 2022 he received the (UM) President’s Award for Distinguished Service in International Education. He has authored over 300 articles, chapters and books, and is an elected member of the (US) National Academy of Medicine.

For those attending in person, the event will be followed by tours of the Observatory, with observing if weather permits.

]]>
Lecture / Discussion Wed, 20 Sep 2023 10:36:56 -0400 2023-10-19T19:00:00-04:00 2023-10-19T21:00:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Lecture / Discussion The history of the Ob/Gyn partnership that led to further collaborations between U-M and Ghana.
Seeing in Depth: James Watson's Search for New Worlds (October 20, 2023 8:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/112777 112777-21829538@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, October 20, 2023 8:00pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Seeing in Depth provide a more intimate and intensive experience than our regular open houses. Registration is limited to 40 guests, which allows everyone to have more time in the dome and at the telescope, if weather permits observing. The event is built around a particular theme which links the history of the Observatory and the University to modern astronomy and observing the heavens.

October's event will focus on the observatory's second director, James Watson. During his time at the observatory, Watson discovered 22 asteroids, making him one of the most successful asteroid finders in history. This program includes a talk about Watson's journey to the 1878 solar eclipse to search for a new planet, discussions on Watson's unique life story, and demonstrations of the Henry Fitz refractor. If weather permits, we will be observing some of the asteroids that Watson discovered using the Fitz refractor.

Please see our visit page (https://detroitobservatory.umich.edu/visit) for more info on parking and future programs.

]]>
Lecture / Discussion Wed, 20 Sep 2023 10:40:57 -0400 2023-10-20T20:00:00-04:00 2023-10-20T22:30:00-04:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Lecture / Discussion Seeing in Depth provide a more intimate and intensive experience than our regular open houses.
Seeing in Depth: Navigation & Astronomy (November 16, 2023 8:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/115220 115220-21834207@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Thursday, November 16, 2023 8:00pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Nautical navigation and astronomy have gone hand in hand for millennia. The Sun, Moon, and stars have provided marine travelers with excellent tools for determining their place in the great seas and lands of planet Earth. Join the Detroit Observatory for a dive into that history and the science of astronomical navigation. Learn how to identify important constellations, how to measure the sky with historic instruments, how to tell time with the night sky, and more!

Experience historical astronomy at the Detroit Observatory!

]]>
Lecture / Discussion Tue, 14 Nov 2023 09:40:36 -0500 2023-11-16T20:00:00-05:00 2023-11-16T22:00:00-05:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Lecture / Discussion The Detroit Observatory
Astronomy Night (November 17, 2023 8:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/115221 115221-21834208@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, November 17, 2023 8:30pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Explore the heavens during one of our astronomy nights. Open houses involve presentations on a range of fascinating astronomical phenomena, instruction on the telescopes, and, when weather permits, observing with our beautiful historic Fitz telescope as well as modern supplemental telescopes.

Please note: astronomy events at the Observatory take place even if the weather does not permit observing. We offer unique tour and telescope demos when we can't observe the night sky. Tickets are required, and open house registrations are capped at 100 guests. You can arrive anytime from 8:30 pm to 10 pm. You will be given a time slot for visiting the dome. While you are waiting, check out other features and presentations.

]]>
Tours Tue, 14 Nov 2023 09:44:20 -0500 2023-11-17T20:30:00-05:00 2023-11-17T22:30:00-05:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Tours The Detroit Observatory
The Origins of the Law Quadrangle: A Walking Tour (December 1, 2023 2:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/115266 115266-21834341@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, December 1, 2023 2:30pm
Location:
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

Have you ever wondered about the history of the buildings that sit in the middle of campus that many associate with the Renaissance, east coast Ivy Leagues, or even Hogwarts?

This walking tour seeks to familiarize you not only with the illustrious, imposing architecture of the Law Quadrangle here at the University of Michigan but also with the historic presence of the Law School itself. Over the course of 1.5 hours, we will discuss the conception of the buildings themselves, the winding roads it took to get there, and the Law School’s many years of influence on social issues and legal education as we stroll through the Quad. Join us as we uncover stories and debunk myths about the distinctive University of Michigan Law Quadrangle.

The tour starts on the southeast corner of State St. and N University. Please dress weather appropriate.

]]>
Tours Wed, 15 Nov 2023 13:59:19 -0500 2023-12-01T14:30:00-05:00 2023-12-01T16:30:00-05:00 Bentley Historical Library Tours Law Quad at UM
Seeing in Depth: A Trip Through the Solar System (December 1, 2023 8:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/115222 115222-21834209@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, December 1, 2023 8:00pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

The Detroit Observatory was born in the prime of solar system discovery. The 19th century witnessed the discovery of Neptune, multiple moons around other planets, asteroids by the hundreds, dozens of brilliant comets, and more! Join us December 1st for a series of presentations by DO Staff on our favorite solar system objects!

This program includes tours of the observatory and telescope observing of Jupiter, Saturn, and other seasonal celestial objects, weather permitting. Experience the history of astronomy at the Detroit Observatory!

]]>
Lecture / Discussion Tue, 14 Nov 2023 09:47:02 -0500 2023-12-01T20:00:00-05:00 2023-12-01T22:00:00-05:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Lecture / Discussion The Detroit Observatory
“Four Years of 'Making Michigan' and Four Decades at Michigan: Some Reflections (December 7, 2023 7:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/115264 115264-21834339@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Thursday, December 7, 2023 7:00pm
Location: Detroit Observatory
Organized By: Bentley Historical Library

What are some key moments in U-M history over the past four decades? How did they come about and what might they mean in a larger context? Gary Krenz has hosted Making Michigan the last four years, and before that, he had a career that included time in the Physics Department during U-M's concerted efforts to rebuild the physical sciences; a span in the Office of the Vice President for Research which saw significant efforts in undergraduate research and the engagement of several national research issues; seventeen years in the President's Office, serving presidents and interim presidents from Homer Neal to Mary Sue Coleman; directing the planning for the University's bicentennial; and recently, working to develop the Detroit Observatory as a center for promoting the understanding of U-M history, science, and research. In this talk, he will reflect on themes that emerge from Making Michigan and from his career at U-M. He will also share anecdotes about some of the activities he has been involved with and some of the people he has known.

]]>
Lecture / Discussion Mon, 04 Dec 2023 04:39:37 -0500 2023-12-07T19:00:00-05:00 2023-12-07T21:00:00-05:00 Detroit Observatory Bentley Historical Library Lecture / Discussion The Detroit Observatory