Special Event

Event

Astronomy Night

Cape Lookout National Seashore

Fee:

Free.

Location: LAT/LONG: 35.000000, -77.000000


Astronomy events will be held outside on the lawn of the Harkers Island Visitor Center. Please dress accordingly for the weather. A flashlight with a red bulb or filter will preserve your eyesight for viewing the night sky. Restrooms are located next to the parking lot.

Dates & Times

Date:

Friday, February 10, 2023

Time:

6:00 PM

Duration:

3 hours and 30 minutes

Type of Event

Campfire/Evening Program

Description

Due to weather -- this event, previously scheduled for Friday, Feb 10, has been cancelled.

 

Join Cape Lookout National Seashore staff and members of the Crystal Coast Stargazers at the Harkers Island Visitor Center (1800 Island Drive, Harkers Island, NC) for a night devoted to the beautiful dark skies in the park!

NASA Solar System Ambassador, Brandon Porter will provide a brief guided sky tour of the celestial objects in the night sky, followed by stargazing through club members’ telescopes.

Flashlights should have a red lens to protect your night vision.

Telescopes will be set up on the lawn for viewing.  Have a telescope? Bring it along and join us.

Bring your own folding chair or a beach blanket/towel to use on the grass. Be sure to dress for the weather!

This event is kid-friendly but we kindly request no pets. Stargazing is weather dependent. Please monitor the weather and/or call 252-728-2250 to confirm event status.

 

More information

Reservation or Registration: No


Contact Information

Karen Duggan
252-838-8908
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