Through the Lens November 2020

Through the Lens November 2020

Tuesdays and Thursdays (Nov. 3, 5, 10, 12) 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm; (Nov. 17, 19, 24) 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Take turns looking through our 16-inch telescope at binary stars, dim planets, distant galaxies, and other sky objects. Between individual views in the observatory dome, receive a guided sky tour standing outside under the stars to appreciate the broader picture of what you see through the telescope.

These events are weather-dependent, and each two-hour session will be cancelled by e-mail 24 hours before scheduled if the cloud cover forecast is greater than 30%.

Dress appropriately for nighttime outdoor weather.

Purchase tickets here or call 262-552-8196.

Wine Wednesdays Under the Stars November 2020

Wine Wednesdays Under the Stars November 2020

Wednesdays (Nov. 4, 11) 6:30 pm – 8:30pm; (Nov. 18, 25) 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Relax in a zero-gravity chair with your own wine or beverage you bring while we guide you through the night sky, using our laser pointer to show you stars, planets, constellations, galaxies, and other objects of interest, while explaining their relationships and significance.

These events are weather-dependent, and each two-hour session will be cancelled by e-mail 24 hours before scheduled if the cloud cover forecast is greater than 30%.

Dress appropriately for nighttime outdoor weather.

Purchase tickets here or call 262-552-8196.

Small Eyes Under the Skies November 2020

Fridays (Nov. 13, 27) 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Bring your family and come take turns looking through our 16-inch telescope at binary stars, dim planets, distant galaxies, and other sky objects. Learn about these objects, their distances, sizes, and orbits as we take you on a two-hour tour of the night sky (though we will remain firmly on the ground). Space is limited to 10 total individuals so reserve your tickets early.

These events are weather-dependent, and each two-hour session will be cancelled by e-mail 24 hours before scheduled if the cloud cover forecast is greater than 30%.

Dress appropriately for nighttime outdoor weather.

Purchase tickets here or call 262-552-8196.