The public is invited to learn about the Earth’s lunar neighbor during International Observe the Moon Night at the NASA Wallops Flight Facility Visitor Center from 7 to 10 p.m., Friday, Oct. 19.
International Observe the Moon Night is an annual worldwide public event that encourages observation, appreciation and understanding of our Moon and its connection to NASA planetary science and exploration. The annual event connects scientists, educators and lunar enthusiasts from around the world.
The event begins with a moon-themed presentation at the NASA Visitor Center’s Auditorium at 7 p.m. After the sun sets, head outside and catch a glimpse of the Moon. The Delmarva Space Sciences Foundation will be on location with telescopes, providing a guided tour of the Moon, planets and other night sky objects for visitors until 10 p.m. Moon-themed movies and hands-on activities will be available throughout the event.
The event is free and open to the public. The Moon presentation and indoor activities will take place regardless of weather conditions; however, the telescope viewing is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather.
NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) mission and partners sponsor International Observe the Moon Night. NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, manages LRO for the Science Mission Directorate at NASA Headquarters in Washington, D.C.
For more information about International Observe the Moon Night, visit www.moon.nasa.gov/observe
For more information about the event or the Visitor Center, call 757-824-1344 or visit https://www.nasa.gov/centers/wallops/visitorcenter
Rebecca Hudson
Wallops Flight Facility, Virginia