Community Viewing Session at the Karl G. Henize Observatory

Drop by, look through a telescope, and prepare to be awed at the Karl G. Henize Observatory at Harper College.

Free Community Viewing Sessions:

Friday October 4, 2024 from 8pm to 10pm

Friday October 18, 2024 from 8pm to 10pm

Experience the wonder of the universe and the excitement of discovery. Not only can you observe objects near and far, but volunteers provide interpretation of what you're seeing. Observatory events are free and open to the community.
 

The observatory will be closed if cloud cover is 50% or more. Please check the forecast (e.g., sky cover on weather.gov) and/or step outside and look up before driving to the college.

Please contact Dr. Bhasker Moorthy (bmoorthy@harpercollege.edu) for more information.

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