Astronomical Tours on the Lawns of Oliewenhuis

On 15th October 2009, four school groups took part in Astronomical Tours in the Lawns of Oliewenhuis. The learners of Maboloka Primary School built the 'planets' using paper mache and the design department of the National Museum put colour as well as graphics on the built planets. The learners were taken on an astronomy tour from the 'Sun' to Pluto, with interesting facts being shared at each planet. There were also surprises at some of the planets, i.e cooldrinks were handed out at Venus, chips at Saturn, Astros at Jupiter. About 245 grade 6-7 learners attended this event, thanks to the generous sponsorship of DST, through SAASTA. Maphefo Chauke from SAASTA was also present during these tours.