Great to hear Herschel Museum of Astronomy Herschel Museum reopening imminent, will be visiting as soon as able @BathAstronomers!

Brilliant to hear "It's lift off for a new science centre and kid's space academy near Ipswich" Kinetic Adventure - sounds fantastic and great re-purposing of building!

At w/e explored packet of Alexander Herschel (1836–1907) letters, son of Sir John. Minutely penned, this letter (1870) on travels in Norway with bro-in-law Admiral John (aka Jack) Maclear has finely sketched map of trip inc Gudvangen & Bondhus (deciphered with magnifying glass!)

Not long now! Herschel Museum reopens next week with brand-new audio tours that brings the house to life, including stories about how the Herschel family lived and worked in Bath. visitbath.co.uk/listings/singl…

Very inspiring and insightful "digital just tickles two of your senses, I can see it, I can hear it...but I cannot really touch it, I cannot smell it". Though must declare a vested interest in silver halide photography and to having worked Kodak!

I've enhanced this remarkable portrait of Sir John Herschel (1792–1871) English astronomer who named 7 moons of Saturn & 4 moons of Uranus (a planet his father discovered). An amazing, characterful face, gazing back from 155 years ago. It was taken in April 1867 by Julia Cameron.

This star installation and the Herschel series are a homage to possibly the greatest observational astronomer in history - William Herschel. Zoom in!

You can now submit your applications for the 2022 Caroline Herschel Prize Lectureship! The prize was established to celebrate Caroline's memory by supporting promising female astronomers early in their careers.⭐ Learn more & find out how to apply here: herschelsociety.org.uk/caroline-hersc…

1819 CREATION OF A HYPO JOHN FREDERICK WILLIAM HERSCHEL (1792-1871) Herschel discovers that hyposulphite of soda dissolves silver halides, working further to introduce a 'hypo' which will stop the action of light on light-sensitive salts. Young Herschel below.

We are excited to announce that the winner of the 2022 Caroline Herschel Prize Lectureship is Dr Alexandra Amon (Alex Amon). Congratulations, Dr Amon! 🌌

Hugely enjoyed 'Cosmic Harmonies: A Symposium Celebrating the Life, Science, Music, and Legacy of William Herschel' c/o University of York York Festival of Ideas - a festival feast of inspiring, engaging and entertaining sessions!

Made to celebrate women in astrophysics, The Caroline Herschel Medal also commemorates the longstanding scientific cooperation between Germany and the UK. We're still accepting nominations for this prestigious prize - learn more and nominate here! ⬇️ ras.ac.uk/awards-and-gra…

Who do you think is the greatest astronomer of all time? 🤔🔭 Submit your answer at the link below and you could win personal guided tour of the Herschel Museum in Bath! ⬇️ brlsi.org/about-us/astro… Competition ends on Monday 26 September. 📅 Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution Herschel Museum

How did #astronomy in the 18th century shape our view of the cosmos? Tomorrow night film director George Sibley will introduce 'William Herschel & the Universe'. Friday 23rd September 7:30 pm Tickets 🎟 £2-5 brlsi.org/whatson/willia… #williamherschel #cosmology #brlsi

Join us for William Herschel’s 284th birthday celebration - music, art, history, astronomy - and cake 🎂💫#Herschel200 @TheCurveSlough Slough Libraries #Slough thanks to Arts Council England, South East The National Lottery Heritage Fund eventbrite.com/e/william-hers…

We welcome applications for the 2023 Caroline Herschel Prize Lectureship, a prize that celebrates Caroline’s memory by supporting promising women astronomers early in their careers. ✨ Learn more and submit your applications here ⬇️ herschelsociety.org.uk/caroline-hersc…

Over 10,000 letters by astronomer and photographic pioneer Sir John Frederick William Herschel FRS (1792-1871) have been digitised for the first time on our #ScienceInTheMaking portal. Travel through time to read about Herschel’s work in his own words: royalsociety.org/news/2024/06/s…

"This treasure trove provides a window into the inner workings of Victorian science. It’s like having your ear at the door of scientists at work, hearing whispers of science quite literally in the making,” said Royal Society historian Louisiane Ferlier. makingscience.royalsociety.org/items/hs/corre…

A fascinating and hugely enjoyable conference over the weekend at Bath's Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution exploring the rich tapestry of Sir John Herschel's achievements; thanks for hosting a great event Herschel Society, to Herschel Museum, and to the many great speakers for inspirational sessions!