Astronomy Discovery Center Grand Opening Event
Schedule
Sat Nov 16 2024 at 10:00 am
UTC-07:00Location
Lowell Observatory | Flagstaff, AZ
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The grand opening of the Marley Foundation Astronomy Discovery Center is almost here! On November 16, witness the historic ribbon-cutting ceremony and be among the first to experience this cutting-edge, 40,000-square-foot science facility. There will be fun activities for kids and adults, free previews, special celebrity guests, food and drinks, science demonstrations, telescope viewing, and more. Book your tickets for this long-awaited event today!Grand Opening Schedule:
Ribbon Cutting | 10am - 11am
✦ Brass Quartet
✦ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
✦ Doors Open
Programming
✦ Solar Viewing
✦ Telescope Viewing
✦ Open House
✦ Beer Garden
✦ “Imagine the Universe” Live Show [Separate Ticket Required]
✦ Rooftop Stargazing Tour
✦ Fun Activities & Booths
Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition
Coconino Astronomical Society
Hozhoni Foundation Arts & Crafts Table
Rondough’s Mini-Donuts
✦ In Focus: Story of Pluto
✦ In Focus: Origins of Lowell
Special Guest Speakers & Talks
✦ Diverse Universe Wall Dedication & Writing Contest Readings
✦ Astronaut Nicole Stott
✦ New Horizons Principal Investigator Dr. Alan Stern
✦ Author Diana Gabaldon
For full event schedule and times, go to lowell.edu/grand-opening!
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Where is it happening?
Lowell Observatory, 1400 W Mars Hill Rd, Flagstaff, AZ 86001-4470, United States,Flagstaff, ArizonaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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