The Chicxulub Impact - Astronomy Class at the Cincinnati Observatory | Cincinnati Observatory

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Tuesday, December 02, 2025

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12/02/2025 07:00 PM 12/02/2025 08:30 PM America/Anguilla The Chicxulub Impact - Astronomy Class at the Cincinnati Observatory The mystery of the extinction of the dinosaurs was a long standing problem in archaeology. More than three quarters of plant and animal species were wiped off the face of the Earth in a relatively short geologic time. The impact theory for the mass extinction was put forth by Walter Alvarez and his father, Luis Walter Alvarez in the 1970s and has gained increased support in the decades since. Join us as we discuss the catastrophic collision that changed the world 66 million years ago. Class level: Introductory - This class is recommended for guests of any background. Tickets: Non-members - $25/class Members - $20/class Student (with valid ID) - $10/classEvent LinksTickets: https://go.evvnt.... Details & Tickets: https://www.upcomingevents.com/cincinnati/events/cincinnati-observatory/the-chicxulub-impact-astronomy-class-at-the-cincinnati-observatory-567802?ref=uceaddevent Cincinnati Observatory, 3489 Observatory Place, Cincinnati, OH, 45208

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The mystery of the extinction of the dinosaurs was a long standing problem in archaeology. More than three quarters of plant and animal species were wiped off the face of the Earth in a relatively short geologic time. The impact theory for the mass extinction was put forth by Walter Alvarez and his father, Luis Walter Alvarez in the 1970s and has gained increased support in the decades since. Join us as we discuss the catastrophic collision that changed the world 66 million years ago. Class level: Introductory - This class is recommended for guests of any background. Tickets: Non-members - $25/class Members - $20/class Student (with valid ID) - $10/class

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