Take a look through our telescopes while you’re out exploring Washington, DC, weather permitting. Join us outside the Museum at the corner of Independence Ave and 7th Street SW, near the silver Delta Solar sculpture, and see the wonders of the night sky.
Experienced people will help you to use different telescopes to observe a variety of things, including planets, stars, and the Moon. There will also be sky maps available to help identify constellations and planets.
Telescopes will be provided by Smithsonian and pre-approved members of local astronomy clubs. No other personal telescopes are permitted at the event.
This stargazing is part of Sally’s Night, the Museum’s event for Smithsonian’s Solstice Celebration. No tickets or reservations are required to participate in the outdoor stargazing program. However, free timed-entry passes are necessary to enter the Museum and attend the indoor Sally’s Night activities.
Sponsored by the Thomas W. Haas Foundation, Otto Haas Charitable Trust, The Waterman Trust, and Wyncote Foundation.