Public Star Gaze at Grassland Mountain Observatory
Spend an evening under the stars at a public astronomy gathering, with several hours to observe the night sky from a mountain observatory. Free admission; no registration required.
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After dusk, scan the night sky through observatory telescopes and discover a wide variety of celestial objects. A welcoming community gathering for stargazers and curious beginners alike.
After dusk, scan the night sky through observatory telescopes and discover a wide variety of celestial objects. A welcoming community gathering for stargazers and curious beginners alike.
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