PEEC News:

Step behind the scenes of one of humanity’s greatest scientific achievements at the Los Alamos Nature Center, 7-8:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 12, with a free screening of Cosmic Dawn, an inspiring documentary about the creation of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST).

For more than 30 years, NASA and an international team of scientists and engineers pushed the limits of technology, innovation, and perseverance to build and launch the JWST, the most powerful space observatory ever created. Cosmic Dawn reveals the untold story of how this telescope overcame extraordinary challenges, featuring never-before-heard testimonies and footage captured by the Webb film crew.

Audience members will gain a deeper appreciation for the groundbreaking work behind the telescope that has opened a new window on the universe, from observing the first galaxies to exploring distant exoplanets.

Event Details:

• What: Cosmic Dawn Free Planetarium Film Screening
• When: 7-8:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:45 p.m.) | Friday, Dec. 12 
• Where: Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Road
• Admission: Registration encouraged at peecnature.org/events. Free (donations accepted)
• Note: Planetarium events are generally not recommended for children under 5.

For more information, visit PEEC’s website at peecnature.org/events. Stay connected on social media for updates on each week’s activities. 

PEEC was founded in 2000 to serve the community of Los Alamos. It offers people of all ages a way to enrich their lives by strengthening their connections to our canyons, mesas, mountains, and skies. PEEC operates the Los Alamos Nature Center at 2600 Canyon Road, holds regular programs and events, and hosts several interest groups, from birding to hiking to butterfly watching. PEEC activities are open to everyone; however, members receive exclusive benefits such as discounts on programs and gift shop merchandise. Annual memberships start at $35. To learn more, visit peecnature.org/support/membership/.