The Years the Stars Fell: Toward a Continental History of a Very Few Hours
March 21, 2024 6:00 PM -
March 21, 2024 8:00 PM
Hodgin Hall, Bobo Room
By: Dr. Phil J. Deloria
In the early morning between November 12 and 13, 1833, meteors from the annual Leonid showers fell in such abundance, frequency, and size that people ran from their homes to contemplate the celestial light show.
Deloria explores how a diversity of people made sense of the falling stars, of such a powerful celestial sign.
Reception immediately followint the lecture
