Astronomy For Everyone

Location of Sky Meadows State Park in Virginia

Where

Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Ln., Delaplane, VA 20144.
Historic Area

When

May 20, 2023. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Discover our International Dark-Sky Park! Our evenings begin with a half-hour children's "Junior Astronomer" program, followed by a discussion about the importance of dark skies and light conservation. Then join NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab (JPL) Ambassadors for a presentation on the latest news in astronomy. Finish the evening by relaxing and enjoying the night's beauty with the members of the Northern Virginia Astronomy Club for a tour of the night sky. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and/or blankets. Feel free to bring your telescope or binoculars for your own exploration.

Details: Parking fees apply. Campers must return to the campground following program. Entrance gates close one hour after the program start time.

Telescopes observing the night sky

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-592-3556
Email Address: SkyMeadows@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Astronomy/Stargazing | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

Additional dates

Astronomy For Everyone - May 11, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Astronomy For Everyone - June 8, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Astronomy For Everyone - July 6, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Astronomy For Everyone - Aug. 10, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Astronomy For Everyone - Sept. 7, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Astronomy For Everyone - Oct. 5, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Astronomy For Everyone - Nov. 2, 2024. 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Astronomy For Everyone - Dec. 7, 2024. 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

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