Science in the Parks: Explore the Night Sky at Big Marsh Park

Join C2ST and partners in person at Big Marsh Park to explore the night sky, learn about the cosmos, and learn how to use a telescope

Ready to see the night sky in a whole new light? As we continue our Science in the Parks series, we are excited to journey across the cosmos with the University of Chicago’s Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics, the Chicago Astronomer Crew led by Joe Guzman, and--of course--the Chicago Park District to bring astronomy to Big Marsh Park!

Whether you’re a first-time viewer or a seasoned veteran of the night sky this program should be a blast! Together we will experience the conjunction of Jupiter, Saturn and the moon under night skies, and learn what is happening in the solar system this fall, from seasonal deep space objects to upcoming meteor showers and eclipses. 

• Space themed activities 5:00 - 6:30 pm
• Astronomy chat 6:30 - 7:00 pm
• Telescope viewing and activities 7:00 - 8:00 pm 
• Flashlights welcome 

Science in the Parks is an ongoing effort by C2ST to live up to our philosophy that “Science is for everyone.” Not only do we want to join your community, but we want to return and provide science programs that are relevant to you in the future.

For more details and registration for this free event by the Chicago Council on Science and Technology, please click here.