Skywatching: Space Telescopes and the Universe - Gaithersburg Community Museum
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sat, 08/27/2022
Explore the first images from the James Webb Space Telescope. captures. NASA Solar System Ambassador and astronomer, Dr. Caitlin Ahrens, will discuss the cosmic structures space telescopes have revealed to us. We'll have hands-on activities and telescope viewing. We are partnering with the Rockville Science Center for a full evening of astronomy fun. This is a NASA Webb First Look Community Event. Event is free, but registration is required.
Please help us keep this calendar up to date! If this activity is sold out, canceled, or otherwise needs alteration, email mindy@kidsoutandabout.com so we can update it immediately. If you have a question about the activity itself, please contact the organization administrator listed below.
SOME SPECIFICS:
• Observatory Park will be dark, but please do not bring a bright flashlight; bring a red light as it will be less intrusive to other watchers. Adjust the brightness of electronic devices.
• PARKING: Limited parking for those with accessibility tags is available onsite. Parking is also available at the field at the corner of DeSellum & Rt. 355 – 2 blocks from the park.
• Portable bathrooms will be available. There is no running water in the park. Alcohol is not permitted at events in City parks.
Events at Observatory Park could be cancelled or modified at the last moment if conditions, including inclement weather or Covid restrictions limit the event. Please check the Community Museum Facebook page for last minute announcements. Those who pre-register will receive an email with event changes.
*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.
Location:
Observatory Park - Gaithersburg, MD100 DeSellum Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD, 20877United States
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Phone:
(301) 258-6160Contact name:
Gaithersburg Community Museum
Email address:
The event has already taken place on this date:
08/27/2022
Time:
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Price:
Free *Registration required
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