Event

Join us for the first Skywatching program of 2022. There will be hands-on activities and telescope viewing. Mercury will be in our sights. Members of the AAS Committee for Sexual-Orientation and Gender Minorities in Astronomy will join us to highlight contributions LGBTQIA+ scientists have made to STEM fields.

Event is free, but registration is required. To register go to ci.ovationtix.com/36017/production/1124729

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.

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2022

Time: 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Eastern

Location: Observatory Park
100 DeSellum Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Information for Visitors

Location Details

Notes:
This site is managed by the Gaithersburg Community Museum. The park is open daily with informational signage. The Observatory building is open during events.

Event Report

Photo From Skywatching: Fun with Telescopes
Credit: City of Gaithersburg
Photo From Skywatching: Fun with Telescopes
Credit: City of Gaithersburg

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