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White Sands National Monument
Stargazing

Star Party at White Sands National Monument

September 24, 2011

Activities begin at 7:30 pm

This popular event is hosted by the New Mexico Museum of Space History, White Sands National Monument, the Alamogordo Astronomy Club, and the Astronomical Society of Las Cruces.

Experienced and amateur astronomers of all ages are welcome to come and enjoy a night of stargazing under the dark skies of White Sands National Monument. Events include a talk on the constellations and star viewing.

The star party is free, and in honor of Public Lands Day, monument entrance fees are waived.
The monument will close at 10 pm this evening to ensure we have plenty of time for star gazing. 

 
White Sands' entrance sign at night
The monument's entrance sign at night with luminarias and stars

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Last Updated: September 24, 2011 at 09:44 MST