Please join us for the Astronomy Public Talk series, where we host short, accessible talks on a wide range of astronomy and physics-related topics—free and open to the public! This event will feature a presentation by UI Physics and Astronomy graduate student John Momberg, who will explore how astronomers have historically used variable stars—particularly Cepheids—to measure cosmic distances and ultimately determine the size and scale of the universe.

A public observing session at the Van Allen...

Please join the University of Iowa Physics & Astronomy Department as we use the Van Allen Observatory and small telescopes to tour the spring sky. To attend this Astronomy observation session, follow the signs in Van Allen Hall to the east elevator to reach the roof.

Learn the art of Yorùbá batik in this 2-day workshop led by multidisciplinary artist Peju Layiwola. Participants will create their own templates and stamped T-shirts.

Participants must be at least 15 years old and register in advance for the workshop.

Registration deadline is March 20, 2026. T-shirts will be ordered in advance for all participants: https://uiowa.doubleknot.com/event/wax-resist-dye-workshop/3138629

Please note that workshop will not be held at the museum, it will take place at the L...