Lowell Observatory Historian Kevin Schindler will host a panel discussion that explores Burnham, what drove him, and the personality of a genius.
Robert Burnham, Jr. compiled one of the most popular astronomy books ever—the three-volume observing bible, Burnham’s Celestial Handbook—while working at Lowell Observatory in the mid-20th century. Yet Burnham was enigmatic and tragic in many ways.
Lowell Observatory Historian Kevin Schindler will host a panel discussion that explores Burnham, what drove him, and the personality of a genius.
Flagstaff Mayor Paul Deasy will also be there to issue an official proclamation designating August 13, 2022 as Robert Burnham Jr. Day!
Panelists include:
- Journalist Tony Ortega, who in 1998 wrote the defining account of Burnham’s life
- Donna Courtney, Burnham’s niece and only surviving relative
- Dr. William Sheehan, astronomy historian and retired psychiatrist
- Brian Skiff, renowned sky expert who has worked for nearly 40 years at Lowell Observatory
If you can't make it in person, you can tune in on our YouTube channel!
2022/08/13 - 2022/08/13
Lowell Observatory
1400 West Mars Hill Road, Flagstaff, AZ 86001