Mill Bay/Malahat Historical Society
Northern Star
eventJune 20, 2026
schedule02:00 PM
placeCobble Hill Community Hall
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Starts: June 20, 2026 at 02:00 PM
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Ends: June 20, 2026 at 04:00 PM
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Timezone: Pacific Time (Canada)
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Cobble Hill Community Hall
About
A Mill Bay/Malahat Historical Society's Tea & Tales presentation of "Northern Star" a documentary of J.S. Plaskett the astronomer who founded the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory just north of Victoria in 1918. The telescope was briefly the largest operating telescope in the world. His work helped establish Canada as a leader in astronomy and scientific research. Presented by renowned local film maker, Nick Versteeg.