Located at the base of Mount Megantic, the ASTROLab is an astronomy activity center.
You can visit the ASTROLab by your self or with our guide.
The visit is devided in three parts :        

Visit the exhibit room From the naked eye to the invisible spectrum.  This exhibit traces the history of sky observation, from constellations to the invention of the telescope to gamma rays.
Finally, visit the Cosmolab-Velan : Birth and History of the Cosmos.  This exhibit is a unique presentation of cosmology.  Find out about the theories which intend to describe the origin of the Universe, like the Big Bang, or the Big Crunch.

a HD movie which will bring you at the outermost bounds of the Universe, in the multimedia hall.  The public is thrilled by its high quality and originality.

During Summer, you can also attend to a kid's workshop. We can also adjust our activities for groups.

From May 17 to June 20 2008 : Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4:30 p.m.
From June 21 to August 24 : from noon to 6 p.m.
From August 25 to October 12 : Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4:30 p.m.

Check at the welcome center for guided tour schedule.