Over 1200 astronomy activities took place across 85 countries worldwide from 10-13 January 2019.

 

To kick off the centennial IAU100 celebrations in 2019, the 100 Hours of Astronomy event brought together amateur and professional astronomers, astronomy enthusiasts and the general public to share their enthusiasm for astronomy and space.

 

From 10-13 January, various innovative and inclusive astronomy activities were organised around the world in support of the general goals of the IAU100 initiative in promoting the key role of astronomy for development, education, outreach and diplomacy. From a music concert in Chile, space fashion conference in Italy, star-gazing for high school girls in Nigeria, star parties in the United States of America and a telescope workshop for children in Japan, the events inspired participants around the world with the wonders of astronomy. Other organised activities include conferences, talks, sky observations, classroom projects, movie screenings, art projects, and more. To see the complete list of registered activities that took place, see the registered events page of the 100 Hours of Astronomy website.

 

Activity participants and event organisers shared their enthusiasm for astronomy on social media by using the hashtags #IAU100 and #100HoursOfAstronomy. To view pictures that were shared and submitted by event organisers and participants, please visit the IAU Office for Astronomy Outreach Flickr page.

 

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