Learn More Astronomy
I combine knowledge, charisma, and technology to deliver multi-media presentations on topics that appeal to audiences of all ages and experience
“That was the best astronomy talk I’ve ever seen!”
have telescope, will travel
Plus I can bring a variety of telescopes to your event to show you the Moon, stars, planets, and more.
Space is For Everyone
Whether I'm talking about stars, planets, comets, or black holes, I bring the complicated field of astronomy down to Earth for any audience.
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Astronomy Topics
Tour of the Universe: You Are Here
Rocket through space and sail among billions of stars and galaxies. Utilizing some amazing simulation software I’ll guide you through the mind-boggling scale of the universe. Along the way you’ll stop at the Moon and individual planets. Then you’ll make the jump to light speed and head to interstellar space and see all the galaxies in the universe.
Eclipse Chasing: Heavenly Excuses to Travel
A total solar eclipse is the most spectacular natural event you can ever witness. The Moon glides slowly in front of the Sun and at just the right moment, in just the right place, the Moon completely covers the Sun. I’ll share my adventures traveling around the world in search of solar eclipses, lunar eclipses, transits, and other astronomical events. Plus I will give you tips to safely observe and photograph a solar eclipse.
100 Things to See in the Night Sky
Want to know the name of that star? How do you find constellations like Orion, Gemini, and Taurus? When can you see the planets? Based on my popular book, I will show you the basic tips and tricks to identifying stars, constellations, planets, and more in the night sky. You'll soon be on your way to finding 100 Things in the Night Sky.
I Want To Believe: Returning to an Age of Reason
After 25 years of public speaking I’ve heard every astronomy conspiracy theory and doomsday prediction in the universe – and frankly, I’m worried. I’m worried that we are slipping into an age of growing superstition. In this rational, often humorous lecture, I tackle such controversial topics as: UFO sightings, Doomsday Comets, Astrology, the Moon Landing and Flat Earthers.
“Dean is so down to earth and makes any space subject fun.”
Other Topics Include: Archeoastronomy, Planets, Moon Missions, Black Holes, Comets and Meteors, Pluto and anything in the Universe. Contact Dean for topic ideas, prices, and other questions: AstronomerDean@gmail.com