The Orbital Perspective: An Evening with Astronaut Ron Garan

Join us for a special evening with NASA astronaut Ron Garan, followed by a cocktail reception. He will share his breathtaking tales of gazing down in wonder at Earth’s shimmering atmosphere and intricately interconnected ecosystems from the awe-inspiring vantage point of space. Discover how this sight fills astronauts with wonder about the miracles required to sustain life on our planet. Learn how the approaching eclipse highlights Earth’s precious singularity. Followed by a cocktail reception.

In this talk, you'll discover:

• What astronauts experience during the thrilling 8-minute blast-off into orbit around Earth.

• Why the view of Earth takes your breath away when you finally reach the weightless wonder of space.

• What it's like to see 16 sunrises every day while orbiting our planet.

• Why gazing down on Earth's glittering atmosphere fills astronauts with wonder.

• How an elevated orbital perspective reveals humanity's interconnectedness in a profound way.

Tickets: $125; $100 Members; includes cocktail reception. Purchase tickets here. 

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