IN PERSON: History is full of moments when scientists and the public alike explained unusual phenomena—from mysterious lights in the sky to bizarre signals from distant stars—by claiming “it must be extraterrestrials,” only to discover there was a perfectly natural explanation for the phenomenon later. This course takes you on a whirlwind tour of 20 fascinating cases—such as crop circles, Tabby’s Star, and the “Face on Mars”—where the truth turned out to be stranger (and more satisfying) than fiction. This course is part science, part detective story, and a whole lot of fun. Bring your curiosity, and leave your tinfoil hat at home! | Lecture + Q&A.
Max enrollment: 200.
Class sessions are recorded.
Location: Erwin Mill, 2024 W. Main St, Durham NC 27705
