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Library Night at UTC’s Jones Observatory

February 28 @ 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Free

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Join the Eastgate Library, UTC, and Barnard Astronomical Society at UTC’s Clarence T. Jones Observatory for a night of learning! Attendees will have an opportunity to learn about the Observatory’s historical telescope, enjoy hands-on activities, and view a planetarium show!

Due to the popularity of this event and limited seating within the planetarium, we ask that you please be aware of the schedule:

7:00 PM Showing
6:45 pm: Doors open
6:55 pm: Walk-ups admitted based on unclaimed RSVP seats
7:00 pm: Telescope viewing and Library activities
7:30 pm: 30-minute Planetarium show

8:00 PM Showing
7:45 pm: Doors open
7:55 pm: Walk-ups admitted based on unclaimed RSVP seats
8:00 pm: Telescope viewing and Library activities
8:30 pm: 30-minute Planetarium show

We will continue admitting all RSVP’ed guests and walk-ups (space permitting) prior to the start of the planetarium show, but once the show starts, the doors will be closed to any latecomers.

The Observatory is located at 10 N Tuxedo Avenue, just off Brainerd Road. However, easier access to the observatory is to park behind the Brainerd United Methodist Church and walk up the hill by the cemetery.

Details

Date:
February 28
Time:
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost:
Free
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Age Group
All Ages
Event Location
Offsite Location

Location

UTC Jones Observatory
10 North Tuxedo Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37411 United States
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