Dragon Skies: Astronomy of Imperial China

May 1st, 2003 - April 30th, 2007 | PROJECT

Chabot Space and Science Center is developing an exhibit of Chinese astronomical artifacts and organizing a United States tour of the exhibit. "Dragon Skies: Astronomy of Imperial China" consists of 31 exhibit pieces, including seven large astronomical instruments, chronographs, stone carvings and star maps. Many of these artifacts have never before left China. In order to increase the awareness and understanding of students, teachers and the public about Imperial China's rich astronomical achievements, Chabot will develop a variety of interpretive materials and programs that address interests and learning styles, present scientifically and historically accurate information, and serve both informal and formal educational audiences. These materials will include a planetarium show, an audio tour, special signage, multimedia animations/interactive kiosks, a web site, student activities, community events, a science drama program, activities for the general public and a variety of printed materials. Many components will be developed in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.

Project Website(s)

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Team Members

Alexandra Barnett, Principal Investigator, Chabot Space and Science Center
Cynthia Ashley, Co-Principal Investigator, Chabot Space and Science Center
Michael Reynolds, Co-Principal Investigator, Chabot Space and Science Center

Funders

Funding Source: NSF
Funding Program: ISE/AISL
Award Number: 0229812
Funding Amount: 2635495

Tags

Audience: General Public | Museum | ISE Professionals
Discipline: Art | music | theater | History | policy | law | Social science and psychology | Space science
Resource Type: Project Descriptions
Environment Type: Exhibitions | Media and Technology | Museum and Science Center Exhibits | Museum and Science Center Programs | Planetarium and Science on a Sphere | Public Programs