Mackinaw City Event

WEDNESDAY, MAY 17, 2023 AT 8:30 PM History of the Universe: From the Big Bang to Recent History Join us and NOMAC at the Waterfront Event Center and we will trace the history of the universe from the big bang through the formation of the first atoms, to stars and the first galaxies. Then on […]

WEDNESDAY, MAY 24, 2023 AT 8:30 PM The Effects of Light Pollution on the Ecosystem Join us and NOMAC to discuss the main sources of light pollution in our world. What are the effects on humans, animals, vegetation and ecosystems? How much energy are we wasting producing the excess light pollution and what are some […]

Saturday, May 27th 9:00 am - Colonial Michilimackinac opens 9:30 am - Michilimackinac Voyageurs' Shoot - A demonstration & competition of 18th century firearms @ Windmill Farms Range 1:00 pm - Mackinaw City's Grand Memorial Parade - The largest Memorial Parade in the State of Michigan.  Parade route begins at the Straits State Dock, travels […]

The Fort Michilimackinac Reenactment recreates events that took place between the French, British and Native tribes of the Straits Area on June 2, 1763. Activities taking place all weekend May 27th-29th!  

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2023 AT 8:30 PM James Webb Space Telescope Mission Update James Webb Space Telescope has been fully operational for about a year now. Launched on Christmas Day, 2021, it is the first of the next generation of space telescopes. This presentation by NOMAC will explore the technology of this new instrument and […]

THURSDAY, JUNE 8, 2023 AT 8 PM Comets, Broom Stars of the Night Sky with Kevin Dehne We will be discussing a brief history of comets, how best to observe them, and equipment needed. What are comets? Where do they come from? How have they effected the Earth and other planets in the solar system? […]

. THURSDAY, JUNE 15, 2023 AT 8 PM – 9 PM Northern Lights and Spectroscopy with Aurelian Balan What are the northern lights and how do we see them? Formally called the aurora borealis, those beautiful reds, greens, and purples in the sky are an atmospheric phenomenon resulting from complex interactions between solar particles and […]

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21, 2023 AT 8:30 PM Introduction to Binocular Astronomy At the Headlands International Dark Sky Park, we frequently are asked what the best telescope for beginners is. Our answer is a good pair of binoculars. This presentation with NOMAC will discuss various types of binoculars and what accessories you should buy to enhance […]

MONDAY, JULY 3, 2023 AT 8:30 PM Telescope Tune-Up Workshop Do you have a telescope that you don't know how to use? Do you have a problem finding objects in the night sky and how to track them? Bring your telescope to this event. Members of the Northern Michigan Astronomy Club will be on hand […]

WEDNESDAY, JULY 12, 2023 AT 8 PM Introduction to Astronomy with Angie Morthland Do you have a youngster that is interested in celestial objects, space, and what the universe has to offer as a whole? Join Angie Morthland at the Headlands Waterfront Event Center for a fun introduction to Astronomy fit for all ages.