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If you're interested in stargazing, you'll have a chance to gaze skyward using some high powered telescopes as part of NASA Observing Night May 5th. KSMU's Missy Shelton reports.
If you're interested in stargazing, you'll have a chance to gaze skyward using some high powered telescopes as part of NASA Observing Night May 5th.
That evening beginning at 8, the public is invited to Baker Observatory.
Robert Patterson is professor of physics and astronomy at Missouri State University.
He says May 5th, you'll be able to see a variety of celestial bodies.
If you're not sure what a galaxy or nebula looks like, Patterson says there will be some experienced astronomers on hand to help you understand what you're seeing.
Patterson says Baker Observatory offers several high powered telescopes.
And if the weather isn't cooperating on May 5th, the NASA Observing Night will take place instead on May 6th...But again, weather permitting, NASA Observing Night is scheduled for May 5th beginning at 8PM at Baker Observatory. The event is free and open to the public. Parking near the observatory is limited so you should wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes. A map to the observatory and additional information is available online at physics.missouristate.edu, click on News.