• Wednesday Under the Stars

    Indulge in the ultimate sensory experience at "Wednesday Under the Stars" hosted at the picturesque Heide Observatory. Sink into a blissful zero-gravity chair with your favorite beverage in hand, and prepare for an unforgettable journey through the night sky. Our expert guides will illuminate the celestial wonders using a laser pointer, revealing stars, planets, constellations, […]

    $12
  • Through the Lens

    Experience the awe-inspiring "Through the Lens" event at The Heide Observatory, where celestial wonders come to life. Peer into the depths of the universe using our powerful 17-inch telescope, taking turns to observe binary stars, elusive planets, ethereal galaxies, and an array of captivating celestial objects. As you await your individual view inside the observatory […]

    $12
  • Small Eyes Under the Skies

    Join us for a captivating astronomical adventure at The Heide Observatory with our "Small Eyes Under the Skies" event, perfect for the whole family. Explore the wonders of our solar system as we embark on an interactive journey across the meadow, discovering the sizes and distances of our nearest celestial neighbors. Following this engaging experience, […]

    $12
  • Through the Lens

    Experience the awe-inspiring "Through the Lens" event at The Heide Observatory, where celestial wonders come to life. Peer into the depths of the universe using our powerful 17-inch telescope, taking turns to observe binary stars, elusive planets, ethereal galaxies, and an array of captivating celestial objects. As you await your individual view inside the observatory […]

    $12
  • Night Hike

    Friday, May 31st  7 pm $15 per person, Registration is required Learn all about the adaptations nocturnal creatures have developed to survive and thrive when the sun goes down, gaze in awe at the night sky, and listen to the songs that fill the woods and fields after dark. Led by Naturalist Kailyn Palomares

  • Small Eyes Under the Skies

    Join us for a captivating astronomical adventure at The Heide Observatory with our "Small Eyes Under the Skies" event, perfect for the whole family. Explore the wonders of our solar system as we embark on an interactive journey across the meadow, discovering the sizes and distances of our nearest celestial neighbors. Following this engaging experience, […]

    $12
  • Good Morning Planets June 2024

    On the morning of Monday, June 3, a large alignment of planets will take place. Being in the perfect positions within the solar system, Jupiter, Mercury, Uranus, Mars, Neptune, and Saturn will appear to "line up" across the morning sky in this particular order. While they are in their set orbits around the Sun, these […]

    $12
  • Wednesday Under the Stars

    Indulge in the ultimate sensory experience at "Wednesday Under the Stars" hosted at the picturesque Heide Observatory. Sink into a blissful zero-gravity chair with your favorite beverage in hand, and prepare for an unforgettable journey through the night sky. Our expert guides will illuminate the celestial wonders using a laser pointer, revealing stars, planets, constellations, […]

    $12
  • Pike River Benefit Concert Series: The Box Band

    Presented by Stein's Aircraft Service and Once Upon a Child Bluegrass outside the box. Featuring longtime friend of Hawthorn Hollow Georgia Rae , Chicago's Box Band is rooted in traditional bluegrass but finds ways to "break free" with different influences and techniques. Check out the Box Band's new album "Don't Buy It", available now on […]

  • Through the Lens

    Experience the awe-inspiring "Through the Lens" event at The Heide Observatory, where celestial wonders come to life. Peer into the depths of the universe using our powerful 17-inch telescope, taking turns to observe binary stars, elusive planets, ethereal galaxies, and an array of captivating celestial objects. As you await your individual view inside the observatory […]

    $12