Indigenous Astronomy – A Night of Culture, Connection & the Cosmos
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🌌 Indigenous Astronomy – A Night of Culture, Connection & the Cosmos
Bluewater Astronomical Society is pleased to promote the Nawash Family Well-Being event.
https://www.facebook.com/nawashFWBP/
Join this meaningful and inspiring evening that blends Indigenous knowledge, storytelling, and astronomy—an opportunity to experience the night sky through a different and powerful perspective.
📅 Event Details
Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM (stew & scone provided)
Location: Maadookii Centre
33 Maadookii Cres, Neyaashiinigmiing, ON
🌟 Special Guest
Samantha Doxtator
Haudenosaunee, Oneida – Wolf Clan
Samantha is a Personal Development Consultant who teaches life and employability skills grounded in traditional values. She carries forward important work in Indigenous Astronomy, weaving together culture and science to deepen our understanding of the cosmos.
She has presented at major institutions including the Hayden Planetarium (NYC) and Adler Planetarium (Chicago), and continues to share this knowledge with communities across Turtle Island.
🔭 Evening Experience
Following Samantha’s presentation:
✨ Let’s look at the stars together!
We are pleased to welcome Steve & Ann Marie from Owen Sound Sidewalk Astronomy. owensoundsidewalkastronomy.ca
If skies are clear, telescopes will be set up for you to:
- Explore the Moon
- View bright planets
- Discover distant stars
🍲 Additional Details
- Stew & scone available starting at 6:00 PM
- Outdoor observing is weather-dependent
- Dress warmly for evening conditions