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Black holes are among the most mysterious and fascinating features of the universe, piquing the interest of scientists since the 18th century, including Albert Einstein and Stephen Hawking. Astronomers have studied black holes along the entire electromagnetic spectrum by using both ground- and space-based telescopes.
To celebrate Black Hole Week, NASA’s Universe of Learning created a curated resource list of experiences for learners and educators to explore black holes, including interactives, sonifications, activities, images, and videos.
NASA's Universe of Learning has also published other curated lists to support learners, including resources about the Crab Nebula, eclipses, and Cassiopeia A, on the Science Resources page.
Black Hole Week was established in 2019 because black holes capture the public’s imagination in a way that few other cosmic objects do. By taking a whole week, NASA has the opportunity to go into more depth.