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For most of human history there was no such thing as the ‘written word’. Knowledge was passed from generation to generation in story form… because we can all remember a good story. Many of these stories are still around today. Trouble is that the vast majority of...

Early evening, looking to the south, you will see two glowing clouds of light that look like detached portions of the Milky Way. These are the Clouds of Magellan, two external galaxies that are satellites of the Milky Way. The Large Cloud is 169,000 light-years away...

October is shaping up to be an exciting month here at Stonehenge Aotearoa. With school holidays, spring skies, and international celebrations of space and science, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s what’s happening: World Space Week - October 4-10 Join...

In Greek mythology Andromeda was the princess that was chained to a rock as a sacrifice to the sea monster Cetus. Andromeda is also the name of an ancient constellation that contains the most distant object that can be seen with the unaided eye. Our Sun is a star in...

We live on a planet that we call Earth which, along with a number of other worlds, orbits a star which we call the Sun. In theory a planetary system is a natural bi-product of star formation. Thus, every star should be accompanied by a retinue of planets. However,...

Here comes the spring equinox Spring Equinox at the Henge - 23 September at 4:30 PM Twice a year, the sun rises and sets directly in the east and west, marking the equinox. At Stonehenge Aotearoa, these events are brought to life through our unique Southern Hemisphere...

As the sun stands in perfect balance between night and day, cultures around the world — and across time — have celebrated this celestial moment. At Stonehenge Aotearoa, the September Equinox invites us to reconnect with the sky, reflect on the change of season, and...

The Moon Never Sleeps – Catch It in Daylight This July! Did you know the Moon isn't just for night owls? This July, the Moon makes a daytime appearance, and you can view it right here at Stonehenge Aotearoa — a beautiful reminder that ancient timekeepers never stop...

Step outside and look up in Stonehenge Aotearoa Step outside and look up — the night sky is alive with wonder. Each month brings its own celestial rhythms, and from Stonehenge Aotearoa, we’re perfectly placed to witness them in a truly special way. Eta Aquariid Meteor...