Come view the Moon and other night sky objects during International Observe the Moon Night. This stargazing event will take place outside the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, Virginia.

Join Museum staff and members of the Northern Virginia Astronomy Club for a view of the night sky. Experienced people will help you to observe the Moon, as well as planets and stars.

Please leave your personal telescopes at home; all equipment will be provided for this event.

Details

• Stargazing is free and open to the public. 
• The event is weather permitting and may be cancelled due to rain, clouds, and other poor visibility. For last-minute updates, call the Astronomy Education number at 202-633-2517.
• We recommend bringing layers of clothing and a small flashlight covered with red cellophane or brown paper.
• Parking is free after 4:00 pm. Please park at the south end of the main parking lot, and consider dimming your headlights as you approach.
• Stargazing is located in the bus lot at the south end of the Museum's parking lot. Look for red lanterns to help guide you to the telescopes.

Sponsored by the Thomas W. Haas Foundation, Otto Haas Charitable Trust, The Waterman Trust, and the Wyncote Foundation.

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Event Start: October 21, 2023 @ 6:30 pm

Event End: October 21, 2023 @ 8:30 pm

Cost: Free

National Air and Space Museum's Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center

Phone: 202-633-2517

Email: Organizer's Email

Website: Organizer's URL

Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy., Chantilly, VA 20151