# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Moments of Awe: From Cosmos to Colony
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 08 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed, 08 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Explore spirituality in the age of science, across scales with a scientist, artist, and scholar at this unique mind-expanding eventAbout this EventCatalyst Conversations invites you to Moments of Awe From Cosmos to Colony featuring acclaimed national bestselling author and MIT Professor Alan Lightman, artist and scholar Maria Molteni, and transcendentalist Russell Powell.Join us in the Lindsey Chapel at the Emmanuel Church in Boston's Back Bay for connection and learnings.We have partnered with Porter Square books to offer a selection of three of Alan Lightman's titles available for pre-order (if you are unable to attend the event, Porter Square books will hold the books for pick-up until April 15th):Einstein's Dreams, (novel)Searching for Stars on an Island in MaineThe Transcendent BrainSPEAKERS:Alan Lightman, physicist, author, MIT writing professorMaria Molteni, artist, scholarRussell Powell, transcendentalist, Harvard Divinity School professorMany thanks to our bookselling partner, Porter Square Books.A reception with the speakers will precede the program. Light refreshments and books for sale will be provided at the event reception. A small number of spots are available at dinner with the Speakers following the program.This event is free of charge. However, registration is required and we suggest a minimum donation of $25 to help cover event costs and support Catalyst Conversations.Agenda🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PMArrive and Check-InHost: Catalyst ConversationsInfo: The event will take place in the Lindsey Chapel of the Emmanuel Church🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PMBook Reception and Guided TourInfo: An opportunity to meet the Speakers. Light refreshments provided. Purchase or pick-up your pre-ordered copies of Alan Lightman's books.At 6:30 Emmanuel Church Parish Robb will give a short tour of the historic place of worship.🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PMCatalyst Conversation with Alan Lightman, Maria Molteni, and Russell PowellHost: Catalyst Conversations🕑: 08:00 PM - 09:00 PMDinner with the Speakers at Piattini (Ticketed)Info: After the program, we'll head down the street for dinner. Limited to 20.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/boston/moments-of-awe-from-cosmos-to-colony/100001983460905963
- **Event Categories**: Art, literary-art, Nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 100, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Boston
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Emmanuel Church in the City of Boston
- **lat**: 42.3524913
- **long**: -71.0723866
- **full address**: Emmanuel Church in the City of Boston, 15 Newbury Street, Boston, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Moments of Awe: From Cosmos to Colony being held?
  - **A:** Moments of Awe: From Cosmos to Colony takes place on Wed, 08 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Wed, 08 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Emmanuel Church in the City of Boston, 15 Newbury Street, Boston, United States.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Moments of Awe: From Cosmos to Colony?
  - **A:** Tickets for Moments of Awe: From Cosmos to Colony are priced at USD 100 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityFree Registration w Event Donation $25FreeAvailableFree Registration with Supporter Donation $50FreeAvailableDinner with the SpeakersUSD 100AvailableRegistration without DonationFreeAvailableAlan Lightman books - bundle of 3USD 55 + USD 5 feeAvailableThe Transcendent Brain by Alan LightmanUSD 20 + USD 3 feeAvailableEinstein's Dreams by Alan LightmanUSD 19 + USD 3 feeAvailableSearching for Stars on an Island in MaineUSD 20 + USD 3 feeAvailable
- **Q**: Who is organizing Moments of Awe: From Cosmos to Colony?
  - **A:** Moments of Awe: From Cosmos to Colony is organized by Catalyst Conversations.

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