ursa major: big bear, big dipper (wall mounted)

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Callisto was a beautiful nymph who had sworn a vow of chastity to Artemis. Zeus changed himself into Artemis and seduced Callisto. The two had a son named Arcas. Zeus’ wife Hera was not amused by her husband’s philandering. She turned the innocent nymph into a bear. Callisto lived as a bear for the next 15 years, roaming the forest, always running from hunters. One day, her son Arcas walked into the forest. They came face to face. Afraid for his life, Arcas drew his sword. Zeus prevented disaster by sending a whirlwind to carry both Callisto and Arcas into the heavens. He turned Arcas into the constellation Ursa Minor, Little Bear, Little Dipper. Mama and Baby Bear can be seen in the northern hemisphere on clear November nights.