IRON RIVER TOWNSHIP — How does the James Webb Space Telescope differ from the Hubble Space Telescope? Why does it orbit a million miles from the Earth? How does JWST work? What are some of the discoveries it has made since being launched on Christmas Day in 2021? What is the JWST doing now?

These are some of the questions that Dr. Albert Holm will answer during a presentation at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Beechwood Hall.

Originally from Bates Township, Holm graduated from Iron River High School in1962. He went on to get a bachelor of science degree from the California Institute of Technology in 1966, and a Ph.D. in astronomy from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1971.

During the early 1970s, he helped control the Orbiting Astronomical Observatory-2, the first successful astronomical satellite, at Goddard Space Flight Center. From there, he went on to operate the International Ultraviolet Explorer spacecraft and the Hubble Space Telescope. Although retired, he follows the discoveries by the space telescopes with interest.

This free event for the public is sponsored by the Beechwood Historical Society. The Beechwood Hall is at 178 Beechwood Store Road, 7.5 miles from the stoplight in Iron River, going west on U.S. 2. Drivers should turn left at the signs.

Light refreshments will be available. Donations are welcomed and will go toward the Save Our Steeple project.

For more information, call 906-284-1501.