BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Morehead Planetarium and Science Center - ECPv6.13.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Morehead Planetarium and Science Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T220000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20260105T181006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T172551Z UID:38135-1774036800-1774044000@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching at Little River Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the first day of spring with awe-inspiring views of the sky! On Friday\, March 20\, hang out under the stars with Morehead educators and volunteers from Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society (CHAOS). In this free skywatching session\, you can catch Jupiter via telescope or binoculars! \n\n\n\nTo make the most of your night\, we suggest bringing along a cozy blanket or some chairs and your favorite snacks for a relaxing time. You are welcome to arrive and leave at any time during the program. \n\n\n\nFor everyone’s safety and enjoyment\, please leave your pets at home\, even if they’re on a leash. The combination of darkness\, crowds\, expensive telescopes\, and pets isn’t ideal\, and pets won’t be allowed near the telescopes. \n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that this event is weather-dependent. In the event of a cancellation\, we will provide updates on our website and social media. We can’t wait to share the wonders of the night sky with you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave more questions about skywatching? Visit our FAQs page! \n\n\n\n\nSkywatching FAQs URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-at-little-river-regional-park-5/ LOCATION:Little River Regional Park\, 301 Little River Park Way\, Rougemont\, North Carolina\, 27572\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/007316_skywatching_morehead015-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20260225T161401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T161402Z UID:38766-1773516600-1773523800@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Art in Bloom Skygazing Community Day DESCRIPTION:Interpreting the zodiac element of air\n\n\n\nMorehead Planetarium and Science Center is excited to serve as a Community Activation Partner for Art in Bloom\, an annual experience by the North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA). In harmony with this year’s zodiac theme\, we’re highlighting the element of air with a free evening of skywatching in the NCMA Museum Park. \n\n\n\nOn Saturday\, March 14\, join us for guided stargazing led by Morehead educators\, constellation‑inspired activities\, and an outdoor floral installation crafted by Raleigh’s Bloom Works. This special night brings together art and astronomy for a beautiful\, family‑friendly experience under the open sky. Complimentary Art in Bloom giveaways will be offered while supplies last. The floral installation will remain on view through March 18. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOnline registration opens March 1 on the NCMA website. We look forward to celebrating the cosmos with you! \n\n\n\n\nLearn more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBefore You Go: Helpful Tips & Important Details\n\n\n\nTo make the most of your evening under the stars\, we suggest bringing a cozy blanket or some chairs. For everyone’s safety and enjoyment\, we kindly ask that you leave your pets at home\, even if they’re on a leash. The combination of darkness\, crowds\, expensive telescopes\, and pets isn’t ideal\, and pets won’t be allowed near the telescopes. \n\n\n\nPlease note that this event is weather-dependent. In the event of a cancellation\, we will provide updates on our website and social media. We can’t wait to share the wonders of the night sky with you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave more questions about skywatching? Visit our FAQs page! \n\n\n\n\nSkywatching FAQs URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-art-in-bloom-skygazing-community-day/ LOCATION:North Carolina Museum of Art — Museum Park\, 2110 Blue Ridge Road\, Raleigh\, North Carolina\, 27607 CATEGORIES:Special Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/IMG_2263.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Museum of Art":MAILTO:help@ncartmuseum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T180000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20260223T201115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T222540Z UID:38740-1772202600-1772388000@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Art in Bloom Community Experience DESCRIPTION:Interpreting the zodiac element of fire\n\n\n\nFriday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 1\n\n\n\nMorehead Planetarium and Science Center is thrilled to help kick off the North Carolina Museum of Art’s (NCMA) annual Art in Bloom\, presented by PNC Bank\, as a 2026 Community Activation Partner! In the spirit of the NCMA’s commitment to Art for All\, visitors can experience a stunning outdoor floral installation at Morehead from February 27 through March 1. Designed by Durham floral artist Adama Jay‑Harrison and her team at Lavish Leaf\, the installation interprets the zodiac element of fire\, creating a striking fusion of artistic imagination and science-inspired storytelling. This large-scale creation will frame Morehead’s Main Entrance\, offering a vibrant and welcoming start to Art in Bloom festivities across the Triangle. \n\n\n\nTo complement the installation\, Morehead educators will present special fire-themed demonstrations on the Science Stage throughout the day on Saturday\, February 28. Guests can explore how fire works as a chemical reaction that releases energy as heat and light\, and watch a classic “flame test” experiment that reveals how different elements produce different colors. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Experience Schedule\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, February 27: Floral installation opens\n\n\n\nSaturday\, February 28: Fire-themed science demonstrations\n\n\n\nSunday\, March 1: Floral installation closes\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Looking for other ways to engage with Morehead and NCMA? \n \n On Saturday\, March 14\, we’ll join the NCMA and Raleigh Astronomy Club in the Museum Park for a free\, family-friendly evening of skywatching. Learn more about the skywatching session. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/art-in-bloom-community-experience/ LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27516\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Activities,Special Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/HuthPhoto-CAHF2025-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Museum of Art":MAILTO:help@ncartmuseum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20260105T175214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T171826Z UID:38131-1771698600-1771705800@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching at Little River Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Nothing goes together like a space enthusiast and a telescope! On Saturday\, February 21\, join Morehead staff and volunteers from Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society (CHAOS) for awe-inspiring views of the night sky. With the help of our astronomy educators\, you can catch close-up views of the waxing crescent moon and peeks of Jupiter. \n\n\n\nThis informal session is free and open to the public. You are welcome to arrive and leave at any time during the program. To make the most of your night\, we suggest bringing along a cozy blanket or some chairs and your favorite snacks for a relaxing time. \n\n\n\nFor everyone’s safety and enjoyment\, please leave your pets at home\, even if they’re on a leash. The combination of darkness\, crowds\, expensive telescopes\, and pets isn’t ideal\, and pets won’t be allowed near the telescopes. \n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that this event is weather-dependent. In the event of a cancellation\, we will provide updates on our website and social media. We can’t wait to share the wonders of the night sky with you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave more questions about skywatching? Visit our FAQs page! \n\n\n\n\nSkywatching FAQs URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-at-little-river-regional-park-4/ LOCATION:Little River Regional Park\, 301 Little River Park Way\, Rougemont\, North Carolina\, 27572\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/IMG_2263.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T220000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20251121T160513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T160514Z UID:37681-1765656000-1765663200@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching at Stagville — Geminid Meteor Shower DESCRIPTION:Join staff and volunteers from Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society (CHAOS)\, and Historic Stagville for the peak night of the Geminid meteor shower! \n\n\n\nTo view meteors\, all you need are your eyes. However\, we’ll offer telescopes for you to catch Saturn\, Jupiter\, and other celestial sights. Please note that this event is weather-dependent. In the event of a cancellation\, we will provide updates on our website and social media. \n\n\n\nTo attend and receive updates about this free event\, please register using the link below. We hope to see you there! \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go\n\n\n\n\nThis outdoor event will take place in the open field at the Horton Grove entrance of Historic Stagville State Historic Site. Due to the high volume of people and limited parking\, please carpool if possible.\n\n\n\nThis is an informal session\, so you can arrive and leave at any time during the program. However\, if you plan to attend\, we suggest bringing a blanket or chairs and some snacks so you can relax under the stars.\n\n\n\nWe ask that you leave all pets at home\, even those on a leash. Darkness\, lots of people\, expensive telescopes\, and pets are a bad combination. Pets will not be permitted near the telescopes.\n\n\n\n\nHave more questions about skywatching? Visit our FAQs page! \n\n\n\n\nSkywatching FAQs URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-at-stagville-geminid-meteor-shower/ LOCATION:Horton Grove – Historic Stagville State Historic Site\, 5925 Jock Road\, Bahama\, North Carolina\, 27503\, United States CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/007316_skywatching_morehead031-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T174500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T184500 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20251121T181051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T181052Z UID:37693-1763919900-1763923500@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching at the Morehead Sundial DESCRIPTION:Join Morehead Planetarium and Science Center for free pop-up skywatching at the Morehead Sundial! On this night\, we’ll be focusing on Saturn’s nearly edge-on rings. \n\n\n\nThis is an informal session\, so you can arrive and leave at any time during the program. We ask that you leave all pets at home\, even those on a leash. Darkness\, lots of people\, expensive telescopes\, and pets are a bad combination. Pets will not be permitted near the telescopes. \n\n\n\nPlease note that this event is weather-dependent. In the event of a cancellation\, we will provide updates on our website and social media. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave more questions about skywatching? Visit our FAQs page! \n\n\n\n\nSkywatching FAQs URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-at-the-morehead-sundial/ LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium Sundial\, 220 E Franklin Street\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27514\, United States CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/007316_skywatching_morehead031-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20250826T151326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T175726Z UID:36775-1763748000-1763755200@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching at Little River Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Join Morehead Planetarium and Science Center and Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society (CHAOS) for skywatching at Little River Regional Park! On this night\, we’ll be focusing on Saturn’s nearly edge-on rings. \n\n\n\nThis is an informal session\, so you can arrive and leave at any time during the program. However\, if you plan to attend\, we suggest bringing a blanket or chairs and some snacks so you can relax under the stars. \n\n\n\nWe ask that you leave all pets at home\, even those on a leash. Darkness\, lots of people\, expensive telescopes\, and pets are a bad combination. Pets will not be permitted near the telescopes. \n\n\n\nPlease note that this event is weather-dependent. In the event of a cancellation\, we will provide updates on our website and social media. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave more questions about skywatching? Visit our FAQs page! \n\n\n\n\nSkywatching FAQs URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-at-little-river-regional-park-3/ LOCATION:Little River Regional Park\, 301 Little River Park Way\, Rougemont\, North Carolina\, 27572\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/007316_skywatching_morehead031-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20250916T122721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T164439Z UID:36955-1759606200-1759613400@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: International Observe the Moon Night | Observación del cielo: Noche Internacional de Observación de la Luna DESCRIPTION:Join Morehead Planetarium\, Raleigh Parks\, Raleigh Astronomy Club\, and Consulado General de Mexico for a special skywatching event on International Observe the Moon Night! Learn about the Moon\, constellations\, and the planets in our Solar System through telescopes and other fun activities. \n\n\n\nSkywatching will take place at Peach Road Park in Raleigh. This is an informal session\, so you can arrive and leave at any time during the program. However\, if you plan to attend\, we suggest bringing a blanket or chairs and some snacks so you can relax under the stars. \n\n\n\n\n\nWe ask that you leave all pets at home\, even those on a leash. Darkness\, lots of people\, expensive telescopes\, and pets are a bad combination. Pets will not be permitted near the telescopes. \n\n\n\nPlease note that this event is weather-dependent. In the event of a cancellation\, we will provide updates on our website and social media. \n\n\n\n\nLearn more about skywatching events\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nÚnase al Planetario Morehead\, Parques de Raleigh\, el Club de Astronomía de Raleigh y Consulado General de México para un evento especial de observación del cielo en la Noche Internacional de Observación de la Luna. Aprende sobre la Luna\, las constelaciones y los planetas de nuestro Sistema Solar a través de telescopios y otras actividades divertidas.  \n\n\n\nLa observación del cielo se llevará a cabo en Peach Road Park en Raleigh. Esta es una sesión informal\, por lo que puede llegar y salir en cualquier momento durante el programa. Sin embargo\, si planea asistir\, te sugerimos traer una manta o sillas y algunos bocadillos para que puedas relajarte bajo las estrellas.  \n\n\n\n\n\nLe pedimos que deje a todas las mascotas en casa\, incluso a las que llevan correa. La oscuridad\, mucha gente\, los telescopios caros y las mascotas son una mala combinación. No se permitirán mascotas cerca de los telescopios.  \n\n\n\nTenga en cuenta que este evento depende del clima. En caso de cancelación\, proporcionaremos actualizaciones en nuestro sitio web y redes sociales.  \n\n\n\n\nAprende más sobre observaciones del cielo URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/international-observe-the-moon-night/ LOCATION:Peach Road Cultural Center\, 911 Ileagnes Rd\, Raleigh\, North Carolina\, 27603\, United States CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ESPANOL-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T220000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20250826T145426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T143135Z UID:36772-1758052800-1758060000@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:Event Update \n \n Views from The Durham is still on for September 16! While it will be too cloudy for telescopes\, the Morehead crew will be under The Durham Hotel’s covered roof with stellar space-themed activities. \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a stargazing night! On Tuesday\, September 16\, experience stunning views\, guided constellation tours\, and craft cocktails\, all while enjoying music from DJ Gemynii. In this session\, Morehead astronomy educators will focus on Saturn\, which should be visible in the night sky with no moon to outshine it. Music begins at 8:00 p.m. and stargazing begins at 8:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nViews from The Durham is free and open to all ages. Please note that this event is weather-dependent. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-20/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2024.05.13-Views-from-Durham-Hotel-009-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20250417T160148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T130205Z UID:35845-1756236600-1756243800@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights! On August 26\, experience stunning views\, guided constellation tours\, and craft cocktails\, all while enjoying music from local DJs. In this session\, Morehead astronomy educators will focus on the 2-day waxing crescent moon with Mars nearby. Music begins at 7:00 p.m. and stargazing begins at 7:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nViews from The Durham is free and open to all ages. Please note that this event is weather-dependent. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-19/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2024.05.13-Views-from-Durham-Hotel-009-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T223000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20250417T155756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T140449Z UID:35842-1753821000-1753828200@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights! On July 29\, experience stunning views\, guided constellation tours\, and craft cocktails\, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. In this session\, Morehead astronomy educators will focus on the 4-day waxing crescent moon and Mars. Music begins at 8:00 p.m. and stargazing begins at 8:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nViews from The Durham is free and open to all ages. Please note that this event is weather-dependent. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-18/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2024.05.13-Views-from-Durham-Hotel-009-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T223000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20250417T155158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T140945Z UID:35839-1751401800-1751409000@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights! On July 1\, experience stunning views\, guided constellation tours\, and craft cocktails\, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. In this session\, Morehead astronomy educators will focus on the 5-day waxing crescent moon and Mars. Music begins at 8:00 p.m. and stargazing begins at 8:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nViews from The Durham is free and open to all ages. Please note that this event is weather-dependent. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-17/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2024.05.13-Views-from-Durham-Hotel-009-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T223000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20250417T152532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T130632Z UID:35832-1750192200-1750199400@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights! On June 17\, experience stunning views\, guided constellation tours\, and craft cocktails\, all while enjoying music from local DJs. Music begins at 8:00 p.m. and stargazing begins at 8:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nViews from The Durham is free and open to all ages. Please note that this event is weather-dependent. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-16/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2024.05.13-Views-from-Durham-Hotel-009-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20241021T202628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T202752Z UID:34639-1733508000-1733515200@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching at Little River Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Join staff and volunteers from Morehead Planetarium and Science Center and Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society (CHAOS) for a skywatching event at Little River Regional Park! \n\n\n\nThis is an informal session\, so you can arrive and leave at any time during the program. However\, if you plan to attend\, we suggest bringing a blanket or chairs and some snacks so you can relax under the stars. \n\n\n\nPlease leave all pets at home\, even those on a leash. Darkness\, lots of people\, expensive telescopes\, and pets on leashes are a bad combination. Pets will not be permitted near the telescopes. \n\n\n\nHave more questions about skywatching? Visit our FAQs page! \n\n\n\n\nSkywatching FAQs URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-at-little-river-regional-park-2/ LOCATION:Little River Regional Park\, 301 Little River Park Way\, Rougemont\, North Carolina\, 27572\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs,Teen And Adult Programs,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/007316_skywatching_morehead031-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T220000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20241108T155347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T155348Z UID:34912-1732388400-1732399200@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching at Prairie Ridge Ecostation DESCRIPTION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center will be at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences’ winter astronomy night with the Raleigh Astronomy Club! Weather permitting\, we’ll have telescopes for skywatching\, guided by astronomy educators. Morehead will be onsite from 7 to 9 p.m. for this event. \n\n\n\nWe recommend dressing for the weather and leaving pets at home. The gate to the road will be open at 6:50 p.m. – please do not arrive earlier as there is nowhere to park safely outside the gate. \n\n\n\n\nLearn more about this event URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-at-prairie-ridge-ecostation/ LOCATION:Prairie Ridge Ecostation\, 1671 Gold Star Dr.\, Raleigh\, North Carolina\, 27607\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/007316_skywatching_morehead015-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20240429T184609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T161852Z UID:33130-1729539000-1729546200@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities\, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Stargazing begins at 7:30 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. \n\n\n\nThis date is a reschedule for the canceled August 19 event. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-14/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Activities,Teen And Adult Programs,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2023-Sept25-ViewsfromtheDurham-19-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T221500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T231500 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20240807T184406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T143915Z UID:34322-1726611300-1726614900@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Partial Lunar Eclipse DESCRIPTION:Following Starry Nights: Fall Skies on Tuesday\, September 17\, head to the Morehead Sundial to observe a partial lunar eclipse! This free skywatching event is open to the public and does not require an admission ticket to Morehead. We ask that you review parking information below or on our Plan A Visit page before arriving. \n\n\n\n\nLearn more about skywatching\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA lunar eclipse. (Credit: Jayme Hanzak)\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the lunar eclipse\n \n \n \n \n \n The times below are for Chapel Hill\, NC and surrounding areas. To find information on the lunar eclipse in your area\, visit Time and Date. \nBegins: September 17\, 8:41 p.m. \nMaximum: September 17\, 10:44 p.m. \nEnds: September 18\, 12:47 a.m. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking\n \n \n \n \n \n PARKING FOR CARS AND VANS\nParking for Morehead visitors is available in several area parking lots and on Franklin Street in downtown Chapel Hill. \nThe closest parking lot is located directly in front of the Morehead Building and is owned and operated by UNC as a campus-wide parking lot. This UNC lot will be under construction through early summer 2024. During this time\, parking will be limited and only available in designated visitor spaces identified by visitor signage. Visitors can pay for parking using the ParkMobile app (Zone Code 4468) or the Digital Pay Station near our iguana. There is no cash payment option. \nParking on Saturdays and Sundays is free unless the lot is reserved for special events. After business hours and on weekends\, other parking lots on the UNC campus may also have spaces available. Overnight parking is not permitted in this UNC lot. \nWe strongly encourage visitors to plan ahead and allow adequate time to find alternate parking (visit Park on the Hill for more information). Thank you for your understanding as the University works to create an improved parking environment at Morehead. Questions concerning this parking lot can be directed to UNC Transportation and Parking at 919.962.3951. \nPARKING FOR BUSES\nBuses and oversized vehicles may pull into the lot to drop off students\, but must park off-site. For more information about bus parking\, please see our Field Trips page (for schools) or Group Visits page (for non-school groups). URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-partial-lunar-eclipse/ LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27516\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Activities,Teen And Adult Programs,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/WRAL2015-09-26imageofHanzakFeb2008lunareclipse_0.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T220000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20240429T184823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T151303Z UID:33132-1725912000-1725919200@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities\, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 7:30 pm and stargazing begins at 8:00 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-15/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Activities,Teen And Adult Programs,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2023-Sept25-ViewsfromtheDurham-19-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240715T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240715T230000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20240429T184336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T151114Z UID:33128-1721077200-1721084400@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities\, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 8:00 pm and stargazing begins at 9:00 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-13/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Activities,Teen And Adult Programs,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2023-Sept25-ViewsfromtheDurham-19-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T230000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20240429T184100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T151016Z UID:33126-1718053200-1718060400@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities\, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 8:00 pm and stargazing begins at 9:00 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-12/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Activities,Teen And Adult Programs,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2023-Sept25-ViewsfromtheDurham-19-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T223000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20240429T183321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T152801Z UID:33116-1715632200-1715639400@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities\, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 8:00 p.m. and stargazing begins at 8:30 p.m. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-11/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Activities,Teen And Adult Programs,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2023-Sept25-ViewsfromtheDurham-19-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T220000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20231201T190339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T152935Z UID:31064-1702497600-1702504800@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching at Little River Regional Park DESCRIPTION:Join us from 8 to 10 p.m. at Little River Regional Park on December 13! With the guidance of a Morehead educator and members of Chapel Hill Astronomy and Observing Society (CHAOS)\, you’ll have the chance to view the sky via telescope\, engage in hands-on astronomy activities\, and take a laser-guided “star tour” of the night sky. There may also be an opportunity to see meteors from the Geminid meteor shower. \n\n\n\nWhen joining us at this free event\, we ask that you leave pets at home and\, if you plan to hang out\, bring chairs or blankets. Please note that weather can affect this event. Stay up-to-date via social media. \n\n\n\nFind additional resources and FAQs on our Stargazing page. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-at-little-river-regional-park/ LOCATION:Little River Regional Park\, 301 Little River Park Way\, Rougemont\, North Carolina\, 27572\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Activities,Teen And Adult Programs,Youth Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/df969c67-bb98-4450-a430-e6d957d53b5a.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231016T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20231016T122851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T122852Z UID:30482-1697481000-1697491800@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities\, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 6:30 pm and stargazing begins at 7:30 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-10/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs,Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230925T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230925T230000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20230328T000138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T193543Z UID:27922-1695672000-1695682800@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities\, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 8:00 pm and stargazing begins at 9:00 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-9/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs,Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230828T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230828T230000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20230328T000017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T004102Z UID:27920-1693252800-1693263600@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:[CANCELED] Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:This event has been canceled due to weather. \n\n\n\nJoin us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities\, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 8:00 pm and stargazing begins at 9:00 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-8/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs,Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230812T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230812T230000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20230728T171536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T172405Z UID:29254-1691874000-1691881200@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Perseid Meteor Shower at Dix Park DESCRIPTION:Join staff and volunteers from the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center and Raleigh Astronomy Club in viewing the Perseid Meteor Shower at Dix Park on its peak night! \n\n\n\nAll you need to view meteors are your eyes\, but we’ll also have telescopes for you to view other celestial delights\, such as double stars\, star clusters\, nebulae\, and galaxies. Bring a blanket or chairs and some snacks so you can relax under the stars. \n\n\n\nThis is an informal session\, so you can arrive and leave at any time during the program. However\, if you plan to attend\, please register so that we can send you any additional information or an inclement weather notice. \n\n\n\nPlease leave all pets at home\, even those on a leash. Darkness\, lots of people\, expensive telescopes\, and pets on leashes are a bad combination. Pets will not be permitted near the telescopes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nRegistration: This event is free and no ticket is required. Registration helps us plan for attendance and we can update registered participants of inclement weather changes. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-perseid-meteor-shower-at-dix-park-2/ LOCATION:Dix Park\, 1010 Blair Drive\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27603\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230724T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230724T230000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20230327T235846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T171538Z UID:27918-1690228800-1690239600@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities\, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 8:00 pm and stargazing begins at 9:00 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-7/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs,Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20230530T192500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T192707Z UID:27989-1689098400-1689102000@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Carolina Science Cafe | Artemis II: There and Back Again DESCRIPTION:Join Nick Eakes\, NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador and Astronomy Educator from Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, to discuss Artemis– NASA’s new lunar exploration program. For the first time in over 50 years\, humanity is going to set foot on the Moon – sending the first woman and first person of color to the lunar surface. \n\n\n\n\nThrough the Artemis missions\, NASA will implement new technology to study our closest neighbor in new and better ways\, with the ultimate goal of preparing for future human missions to Mars. Nick will provide the history and context of the Artemis program as well as updates on where we are in the mission timeline. \n\n\n\n\nNick Eakes has been an informal science educator at the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center (MPSC) since 2008. Nick is a proud product of Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools and went on to receive his BA in Psychology from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2012. Along with actively presenting astronomy programs in the planetarium\, Nick designs curriculum\, travels the state with the NC Science Festival\, and is currently the coordinator of Morehead’s astronomy outreach programs – including the Mobile Planetarium and Skywatching. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDesigned for adults\, this program explores science topics making national and international headlines and offers the chance to meet the experts behind the headlines. The Carolina Science Café will be hosted at Gizmo Brew Works on Tuesday\, July 11th\, starting at 6:00 p.m.  \n\n\n\nYou do not need to register…just show up!  URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/carolina-science-cafe-artemis-ii-there-and-back-again/ LOCATION:Gizmo Brew Works\, 157 E Franklin St #100\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27514\, United States CATEGORIES:Teen And Adult Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Carolina-Science-Cafe-1920x842-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230710T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230710T230000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20230327T235544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T174403Z UID:27915-1689019200-1689030000@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities\, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 8:00 pm and stargazing begins at 9:00 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-6/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs,Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230522T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230522T230000 DTSTAMP:20260430T013828 CREATED:20230327T235333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T171410Z UID:27913-1684785600-1684796400@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham DESCRIPTION:Join us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a series of telescopic stargazing nights. Stop by for guided constellation tours and educational activities\, all while enjoying music from DJ Mic Check. Music begins at 8:00 pm and stargazing begins at 9:00 pm. This skywatching event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-5/ LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Programs,Teen And Adult Programs END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR