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MC Astronomical Observatory Guest Nights - Spring 2016
Montgomery College Observatory (Roof of Science Center)Rockville, MD
Multiple Dates
Overview
Welcome to the Montgomery College Astronomical Observatory!
During Observatory Guest Nights we will use the college telescopes to view and learn about visible solar system objects, star clusters, and nebulae. We will also spend some time looking at the sky with just our eyes in order to locate constellations and planets that can be seen this time of the year.
You'll leave with a star chart and the ability to find celestial objects on your own.
Astronomy faculty and students from the MC Stargazers Club will be on hand to answer questions about the universe.
Some things to note:
- Dress for the weather. The observatory is located outside on the roof of the Science Center. It can get chilly up there, even during spring and summer evenings.
- We meet in Science Center room 406 (SC406). We go up to the roof as a group. If you're late, there will be a student in SC406 to escort you upstairs.
- The event will be held rain or shine. If it's cloudy, we won't be able to see anything through the telescopes, but we will show you the observatory and answer questions.
- Children are welcome (and encouraged!) to attend, although campus policy prohibits children younger than five years of age on the roof.
- Parking is free.
- If you don't see a date on the drop-down menu above it's because we're booked. If you put yourself on the waitlist, you will be notified if someone cancels.
- If you register but can't attend, please cancel so that someone else may have your spot.
Detailed directions can be found here.
Enormous thanks to the MC Stargazers Club! These events are not possible without the help of our dedicated students!
Welcome to the Montgomery College Astronomical Observatory!
During Observatory Guest Nights we will use the college telescopes to view and learn about visible solar system objects, star clusters, and nebulae. We will also spend some time looking at the sky with just our eyes in order to locate constellations and planets that can be seen this time of the year.
You'll leave with a star chart and the ability to find celestial objects on your own.
Astronomy faculty and students from the MC Stargazers Club will be on hand to answer questions about the universe.
Some things to note:
- Dress for the weather. The observatory is located outside on the roof of the Science Center. It can get chilly up there, even during spring and summer evenings.
- We meet in Science Center room 406 (SC406). We go up to the roof as a group. If you're late, there will be a student in SC406 to escort you upstairs.
- The event will be held rain or shine. If it's cloudy, we won't be able to see anything through the telescopes, but we will show you the observatory and answer questions.
- Children are welcome (and encouraged!) to attend, although campus policy prohibits children younger than five years of age on the roof.
- Parking is free.
- If you don't see a date on the drop-down menu above it's because we're booked. If you put yourself on the waitlist, you will be notified if someone cancels.
- If you register but can't attend, please cancel so that someone else may have your spot.
Detailed directions can be found here.
Enormous thanks to the MC Stargazers Club! These events are not possible without the help of our dedicated students!
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Carrie Fitzgerald
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