The Vatican Observatory is one of the oldest active astronomical observatories in the world, with its roots going back to 1582 and the Gregorian reform of the calendar.
The Vatican Observatory stands at the forefront of scientific research covering a broad range of topics, from an examination of the tiniest specks of interplanetary dust to the origin and structure of the universe.
Headquartered at the papal summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, outside Rome, this official work of the Vatican City State supports a dozen priests and brothers (Jesuits and diocesan) from four continents who study the universe utilizing modern scientific methods. The Vatican Observatory also maintains the Vatican Advanced Technology Telescope at the Mt. Graham International Observatory in southeastern Arizona,.
The Vatican Observatory works with the Vatican Observatory Foundation to promote education and public engagement in astronomy, and constructive dialogue in the area of faith and science.
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Space Place Planetarium Canada and the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada are excited to invite you to view a special recorded event featuring Br. Guy J. Consolmagno, S.J., PhD, President of the Vatican Observatory Foundation.
Br. Guy explores one of humanity’s enduring questions: Why do we look up at the heavens? Reflecting on why the Vatican supports astronomical research, why people love visiting a planetarium and why individuals choose to spend their lives in the pursuit of pure knowledge.
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Paul Gabor, SJ talks about time, science, and society for the "Roger That!" conference.
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Check out our Sacred Space Astronomy Full Moon Zoom playlist!
Sacred Space Astronomy members get to chat with Br. Guy Consolmagno and Vatican Observatory staff and scholars.
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Brother Guy Consolmagno was interviewed by Dr. Kirsten Ellenbogen for The City Club of Cleveland.
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Check out our new documentary!
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Brother Guy Consolmagno, SJ spoke at the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND. Dr. John H. Boyle, Associate Professor of Biology said he "knocked it out of the park!"
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Br. Guy got interviewed by James Martin!
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Watch our discussion with the incoming director of the Vatican Observatory - Rev. Richard A. D'Souza, S.J.!
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Jack Tame interviews Brother Guy Consolmagno
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Pope Leo XIV visits the Vatican Observatory!
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