13
Mar
Stargazing: Spring Teachers' Night
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Widener Observatory - Kirkbride Hall
Calling all K-12 teachers! You spend all day helping students reach for the stars! Now, treat yourself and your family to an unforgettable experience at the Widener Observatory!
Open to: All K-12 teachers and their families are welcome!
Cost: Free
Please follow Widener Observatory on Facebook for any weather updates or cancellations.
What to Expect
Become an astronomer for the night by visiting Widener's unique Observatory on our Main Campus in Chester, PA. Here, you'll explore planets, stars, nebulae, clusters, galaxies, and much more.
- Each session lasts for an hour, but it is not mandatory for visitors to stay the whole time.
- Sessions are hosted by astronomy and physics faculty as well as students in the undergraduate physics program.
*Stargazing sessions may be cancelled or rescheduled depending on the weather.
See Photos from Previous Observations
Additional Resources
- View more Stargazing events
- Learn more about the Widener Observatory
- Access Maps & Directions
- Find the Widener Observatory on Facebook
- View the Current Weather
Interested in attending a private group session? Contact Professor Augensen
Contact Info
Harry Augensen
Professor, Department of Physics & Astronomy
Monica Connell
Admin. Assistant - Science Division