He Found Pluto! The Extraordinary Story of Clyde Tombaugh


Course number : NSP-S14    ID : 16961    Section Number : 002

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Did you know that an Illinois native discovered Pluto? Step into the fascinating story of Clyde Tombaugh, the Illinois farm boy who went on to make one of the most famous discoveries in astronomy. Learn how Tombaugh’s passion for the night sky, homemade telescopes, and remarkable persistence led him to discover Pluto in 1930. Explore his life, his groundbreaking work at Lowell Observatory, and the legacy of a man who helped change our understanding of the solar system. Discover the incredible story of the man from Streator, Illinois who reached for the stars - and found a new world.
 

Class Details

1 Session(s)
Tue

Location
NA - Online

Instructor
IVCC Instructor 

Fee:  $15.00

Registration Closes On
Tuesday, March 23, 2027 @ 11:59 PM


Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s) Instructional Method
3/23/2027 Tue 06:00 PM - 07:15 PM N/A - Online IVCC Instructor  Webinar/Online

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