Join cultural astronomer Dr. Danielle Adams for an evening exploring the rich connections between the night sky, storytelling, and poetry in the Arab world. Drawing from centuries of Arabian astronomical knowledge and poetic traditions, Dr. Adams will reveal how generations of observers found meaning, memory, and beauty in the stars above. Through stories, celestial lore, and readings of poetry inspired by the night sky, participants will discover how stars became guides not only for navigation, but also for imagination and cultural expression.
Presented during the exhibition NightVisions: AMBER, this special twilight program invites audiences to experience the transition from sunset to darkness while reflecting on humanity’s enduring relationship with the night. As the sky above Flagstaff grows dark, Dr. Adams will illuminate the ways that poetry and astronomy have long been intertwined, connecting people across landscapes, cultures, and generations.
