Involving the Public and Students in Planetary Science

The Institute of Astrophysics and Space Sciences (IA) is a Portuguese research institute with a national dimension. In Lisbon, IA is hosted by the Lisbon Astronomical Observatory (OAL). In particular, IA has been doing research in planetary science since 1997 and its outreach activities have been closely related to its research strategy. The Lisbon Astronomical Observatory, where the activities presented in this talk take place, is a 150 - year old institution known for its communication activities for the non-specialist public. In this communication we will present how a planetary science communication program has been developed since 2010 at IA.