Event

Come have some fun Monday night April 13, OR, if it’s too cloudy, we’ll meet up on Tuesday night, April 14, at Independence National Historical Park,

right near the Liberty Bell, across from Independence Hall.

Join Derrick Pitts, Chief Astronomer at the Franklin Institute, Darlene Cavalier, Founder of SciStarter, and regional amateur astronomers, for a free nighttime stargazing event 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Check this page for updates- It’s a kick off to DarkSky Week and part #CitizenScienceMonth.

Telescopes, astronomers, and volunteers will be on hand to help you explore the night sky up close. Great date night in one of the most historic places in the country.

Family-fun activities, giveaways, and America 250 window clings will be distributed

Date: Monday, April 13, 2026

Time: 7 p.m. - 10:14 p.m. Eastern

Location: Indepence Hall National Park
520 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
philadelphia, PA 19106

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