Note: Socially distanced event. We follow MD and Montgomery County public health rules.
Saturday, Oct. 16, 5 PM to 9:30 PM (for volunteers)
We need help with setting up, running STEM activities, and taking event down.
You will earn 4.5 SSL hours
Observatory Park
100 DeSellum Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Contact Howard Lichtman, hjlichtman@lichtman.ws, 301.580.7190
Event details:
Skywatching Programs | Gaithersburg, MD (gaithersburgmd.gov)
Turn your eyes skyward and enjoy the amazing sites from Observatory Park, home to the historic Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory.
Observatory Park will be dark, but please do not bring a bright flashlight; bring a red light as it will be less intrusive to other watchers. Red cellophane will be available to cover any white light flashlights. Also adjust the brightness of electronic devices.
Limited parking for those with accessibility tags is available onsite. Parking is also available at the field at the corner of DeSellum & Rt. 355 – 2 blocks from the park. Feel free to bring a blanket or folding chair for your comfort & snacks to enjoy during the events. Portable bathrooms will be available. There is no running water in the park. Alcohol is not permitted at events in City parks.
Events at Observatory Park could be cancelled or modified at the last moment if conditions, including inclement weather and cloud cover, are not conducive to Skywatching. Please check the Community Museum Facebook page for last minute announcements.
Additional Skywatch programs may be planned depending on weather, staffing, and public interest. Please contact the Gaithersburg Community Museum to express interest in additional Skywatch programming.
Schedule
Space Telescope Science
Saturday, October 16, 2021 • 6 - 9 PM
Celebrate International Observe the Moon Night & the upcoming launch of the James Webb Space Telescope.
Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.
