News Release

May the 4th be with you at Pipestone National Monument

Date: March 17, 2024
Contact: Natalie Barber, 507-825-5464

On May 4^th, Pipestone National Monument will host its first Star Party of the year. From 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm visitors can look through telescopes with astronomers and learn more about the cosmos! Photographer Marty DeWitt will be onsite for photo enthusiasts who want to learn astrophotography (a DSLR or mirrorless camera and a tripod are required for this activity). As always, complimentary star-themed snacks will be available while supplies last!

Be sure to layer up and bring a flashlight for navigating the parking lot and median.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 507-825-5464 ext. 214 or visit the park website at www.nps.gov/pipe. Event details and program schedules will be posted on the park Facebook page at www.facebook.com/PipestoneNPS.

To learn more about the National Park Service and Pipestone National Monument, visit the park’s web site at www.nps.gov/pipe.

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