Astronomy on Tap: Kingston

We’re back with another of our signature local events: Astronomy on Tap: Kingston.

This free event is in the Living Room of The Mansion (506 Princess St, Kingston) on Tuesday, April 29 th , 2025, at 6:30 p.m.

Local astro-buff Nik Arora will host three fantastic scientists at the cutting edge of their fields: astroparticle physicists Ken Clark and Brian Krar and astrophysicist Sarah Sadavoy from Queen’s University. Ken will give us the latest about how the basics can still help in making new discoveries. Brian will tell us how we study the Sun from 2km underground! Sarah will give us an astronomer’s perspective on the long-raging debate – Deep Impact vs. Armageddon.

There will be time to ask questions and chat with the speakers and other local scientists. All three of our engaging researchers will speak to a general public audience, so no prior science knowledge is needed – though you may want to brush up on your astronomy, physics and sci-fi knowledge to compete in the trivia session! 🧠 Not to worry, though; there are prizes for the winners, losers, and creatives alike! 🎁

The event is free and 19+. The Mansion serves alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks, and food is available for purchase. Space is limited, so we encourage you to arrive on time! The pre-show starts at 6:30 pm, and the main event begins at 7 pm.

For more information or if you have any questions, please send us an email to Outreach@McDonaldInstitute.ca or contact us through our Facebook page.