Urban Astronomy at Maryland Science Center
Take a tour of the stars above Baltimore on September 17 and October 1, 9, 15th!
City lights might make stargazing seem impossible, but with the right tools and our expert guidance, you may be surprised to find out what is visible in the nighttime sky above our urban center. Using the Maryland Science Center’s rooftop observatory and a few smaller telescopes, you will have the chance to view planets, bright stars, and other celestial highlights that shine through urban light pollution. This is a facilitated experience intended for adults and children ages 8+.
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.
Additional Information:
- This is a facilitated experience intended for adults and children ages 8+. Our expert guides will point out visible constellations, share tips for stargazing in the city, and explain what makes the autumn sky unique.
- Admission grants access to the observatory only and does not include admission to other exhibits within the Maryland Science Center.
- Space is limited. This event is expected to sell out.
- If the observatory closes due to inclement weather conditions, we have multiple dates planned and will do our best to reschedule your group for a future date. If you can’t make any other dates, your tickets will be refunded in full.
click below to register for one of the following dates:
Location:
Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21230, United States
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*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.
Dates:
10/09/2026
10/15/2026
Time:
Thursday September 17: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Thursday October 1: 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Friday October 9: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Thursday October 15: 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Price:
$25.00
Ages
6-8 years 9-12 years Teenagers Adults & kids together Adults without kidsWeb Service