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Star Party
September 22, 2022 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Canyons of the Ancients National Monument is hosting a free Star Party at the Visitor Center and Museum on the Autumnal Equinox. All are welcome! Join us along with other amateur astronomers and enthusiasts alike for a family friendly event exploring human connections to the stars, constellations, and celestial objects.
The guest speaker will be renowned archaeologist Mary Weahkee of Santa Clara Pueblo. Mary works as an archaeologist for the State of New Mexico and will discuss bridging the gap between cultures using the sky as a common experience.
Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, the Whirlpool Galaxy and Ring Nebula will be visible and highlighted by the telescopes. Bring your telescopes, binoculars, red lens flashlights, family, friends, stellar stories, and questions!
When: September 22, 2002 from 8pm – 10pm
Where: Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center
Cost: Free
Please note, in the event of unfavorable weather we will move our presentations indoors
