Warren Rupp Observatory

The Milky Way Smells of Rum & Raspberries

Saturday, March 7, 2026

Event

Jillian Scudder, Ph.D., Oberlin College 
The Milky Way Smells of Rum & Raspberries
6:30 PM Program. 

You may have heard it rains diamonds on Neptune, but less well known is the tale of how and why we know this and other odd-sounding facts about outer space. Dr. Jillian Scudder will take us on a tour of some of the more unexpected things we've learned about our Universe, and how we've come to these conclusions. Be prepared for raising the stellar dead, toxic clouds of gas, and of course, lasers and styrofoam.

 Dr. Jillian Scudder is an Associate Professor of Physics & Astronomy at Oberlin College. In addition to teaching and her research she is the author of 3 books on astronomy aimed at the general public. Books will be available for purchase and signing after the program. 
 

Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026

Location: Warren Rupp Observatory
5127 Possum Run Road
Mansfield, OH 44901

Information for Visitors
Instructions for the Public:

Jillian Scudder, Ph.D., Oberlin College 
The Milky Way Smells of Rum & Raspberries
6:30 PM Program. 

You may have heard it rains diamonds on Neptune, but less well known is the tale of how and why we know this and other odd-sounding facts about outer space. Dr. Jillian Scudder will take us on a tour of some of the more unexpected things we've learned about our Universe, and how we've come to these conclusions. Be prepared for raising the stellar dead, toxic clouds of gas, and of course, lasers and styrofoam.

 Dr. Jillian Scudder is an Associate Professor of Physics & Astronomy at Oberlin College. In addition to teaching and her research she is the author of 3 books on astronomy aimed at the general public. Books will be available for purchase and signing after the program. 

Program is admission-free. Guests are welcome. Observing through telescopes will follow, weather permitting. 
 

Location Details

Warren Rupp Observatory
Located at Hidden Hollow Camp - Mansfield, Ohio. Please note the Observatory is located on private grounds and arrangements for visitation must be made in advance. Please check our website for public hours!
5127 Possum Run Road
Mansfield, OH 44901
(click to get directions)
check weather forecast
check clear sky chart
wro.org

Notes:
Please remember the road to the Observatory is on private property and to take care while driving. Visitors to the Observatory are restricted to the Observatory area and restroom facilities and a warm room is available. Please be sure to dress for the weather! Our activities happen outdoors and the telescope facilities and dome area is not heated. Families are always welcome and there is never a charge. Public nights are always on the first Saturday of every month and you may check our website for additional programs offered during the month. Please contact the webmaster if you wish a special tour or program.