How to Buy a Telescope
| Hours: | 7pm-9:30pm/Includes show in Planetarium |
| Ages: | Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Indoor, Outdoor |
| Cost: | see below |
| Category: | Science & Technology |
The 1995 discovery of the first planet orbiting another star, since followed by the discovery of hundreds of extra solar planets, brings us closer to answering so many questions.
From water worlds to molten landscapes, inhabitable moons to planets with multiple suns, these exotic worlds aren’t just science fiction anymore!
Then – a new telescope would make a great gift this holiday season for anyone interested in observing the splendor of the night sky, but how to choose the right one? Join amateur astronomer and telescope enthusiast Ed Ting to find out what would be the best telescope for you!
The Discovery Center observatory will be open from 7-10 PM. Following the program will be a FREE Skywatch outside with the New Hampshire Astronomical Society including personal telescope advice and assistance. Telescope viewing begins at 7 PM.
| COST | ↑ top |
$9/Adult $8/Sr & Student $6/Child (Includes Show)
| WEBSITE | ↑ top |
www.starhop.com/plan-your-visit/event-details.aspx?id=311
| LOCATION | ↑ top |
McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Ctr 2 Institute Dr, Concord, NH, 03301 map
Phone: 603-271-7827
From north or south: I-93 to exit 15 E (I-393) in Concord, NH. Take exit 1 and follow the signs to the Discovery Center parking lot.
From east: Rt 4 W to I-393 W. Take exit 1 and follow the signs to the Discovery Center parking lot.
Look for the 92' tall Mercury-Redstone Rocket at the entry! Parking is FREE!
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