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September 15, 2015Dudley Observatory at miSci Goes Global with International Observe the Moon Night
The Dudley Observatory at miSci (the Museum of Innovation and Science) is hosting an International Observe the Moon Night event Saturday, September 19 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at miSci. Joining with people from around the world participating in similar events across the globe, residents of all ages from the Capital Region and beyond will come together for hands-on astronomy activities and observing the Moon through telescopes (weather permitting).
International Observe the Moon Night (InOMN) is an annual world-wide public engagement program that encourages observation, appreciation, and understanding of our Moon and its connection to NASA planetary science and exploration. People from all over the world will be joining in the celebration by uniting on this one day to look at and learn more about the Moon together.
“International Observe the Moon Night with the Dudley Observatory at miSci is a chance for people from throughout the region and beyond to come together to explore our Moon and its importance to NASA projects and exploration,” said miSci President Dr. Mac Sudduth.
International Observe the Moon Night is sponsored by NASA‘s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, NASA‘s Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute (SSERVI), and the Lunar and Planetary Institute.
miSci is located at 15 Nott Terrace Heights in Schenectady. Admission to International Observe the Moon Night is $6.50 for children (3 – 12), $8 for seniors (65+), and $9.50 for adults. For more information, please call 518.382.7890 ext. 259 or visit www.dudleyobservatory.org.
