Wills Park (Grand Lawn behind Alpharetta Community Center) - 10:00 AM Pick
Wills Park (Grand Lawn behind Alpharetta Community Center) - 10:00 AM Pick
Children's Museum of Atlanta - 9:30 AM
Chattahoochee Nature Center - various times
The Escape Game Atlanta - various times
Cumberland Mall - various times
Children's Museum of Atlanta - 9:30 AM
Zoo Atlanta - 4:30 PM
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Carnegie Observatories Open House
Look to the stars! Families can explore the past, present, and future of astronomy at the Carnegie Observatories Open House.
This year's event is a special celebration of Carnegie astronomer Edwin Hubble's first major discovery. Guests can learn about how astronomical history happened right here in in San Gabriel mountains!
Highlights:
- Meet the astronomers and learn about how they study the universe.
- Visit the Machine Shop to see how instruments are made for telescopes
- Bring questions about the stars, planets, quasars, black holes, galaxies, and more to the “Ask the Astronomer” table
- View the sun through a solar telescope
- Tour the historic Hale Library and see historic astronomical images taken on glass plates.
- Get the latest update on the Giant Magellan Telescope —one of the most powerful next-generation telescopes.
- Make your own constellation and other fun children’s astro activities.
100 years ago, Hubble's breakthrough opened the doors to a new understanding of the cosmos that is still driving discovery today. The Observatory commemorates this centennial with special displays and talks.
Those who register in advance receive their choice of a VAR! plate keychain, magnet, or sticker.
Large crowds are expected this year and parking is limited. Please consider taking public transit. The Observatories is a 10 minute walk from the Lake Ave. Metro A Line (formerly Gold Line) station. There is ample free parking at the Sierra Madre Villa station. Lyft/Uber might also be a good option.