The Architecture of Galaxies
A dome lecture series exploring spiral arms, dark matter mapping, and galaxy collisions in clear language.
Public Astronomy & Planetarium
Space Stories, Science Nights, and a Dome Built for Wonder
AstraLoom Observatory is an educational planetarium in Brussels offering dome sessions, public lectures, school visits, and family astronomy programs. We make space science accessible for all ages.
Planetarium Programs
Shows & Sessions Designed by Our Team
Children's Sky Stories
Constellation myths, moon movement, and seasonal stars designed for first-time young visitors.
Planetary Weather Lab
Comparative climate sessions: Venus pressure, Martian storms, and the atmospheric balance of Earth.
Signals From Deep Space
How telescopes collect radio, infrared, and visible-light data to build a measurable picture of the universe.
Observation Planning
Sky Calendar for This Week
Weather conditions and visibility can change quickly. Final guidance is updated on-site daily.
- Moon phase workshop and evening Q&A
- Planetary alignment explainer session
- Night sky orientation for new visitors
- Deep-sky objects: nebula navigation
- Community lecture: future telescopes
Educational Resources
Learning Lab
For Schools
Classroom-aligned astronomy modules, printable worksheets, and educator support notes for group visits.
For Families
Simple observation checklists and beginner-friendly guides for home stargazing evenings.
For Enthusiasts
Reading lists, instrument comparison notes, and monthly science briefing summaries.
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About This Website
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