(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) The event aims to enrich public knowledge of astronomy and present school students families and museum visitors with the latest developments in this science.

Sharjah: The Sharjah Museums Department (SMD) on Thursday launched its annual astronomy event a three day programme entitled Space Guiding Your Way at the Sharjah Science Museum.

Prof Humaid Al Nuaimi admires a showpiece during the astronomy event at Sharjah Science Museum.

The event was inaugurated by Professor Humaid Al Nuaimi Director of the University of Sharjah and President of the Arab Union for Astronomy and Space who was accompanied by several representatives of the Sharjah Museums Department.

The event which is organised for the 15th consecutive year aims to enrich public knowledge of astronomy and present school students families and museum visitors with the latest developments in this science. The event which ends today has seen participation from various astronomical entities and authorities from the UAE. Visitors were introduced to the latest advances in astronomy and had a chance to participate in many interactive planned activities. The SMD arranged advanced equipment enabling people to safely take a closer look at the sun. Various workshops introduced families to astronomy and gave visitors an opportunity to observe the planets of the solar system.

A number of competitions were also planned and open to all visitors. The competitions which combined fun with knowledge were judged by experts in the field. A special shop was also available on site to offer astronomy-related toys to help develop childrens attention and curiosity in astronomy and offer valuable information.

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