NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center will host an International Observe the Moon Night celebration on Saturday, Sept. 19, bringing together the public to learn about Earth’s celestial neighbor and NASA’s lunar exploration, including the recent Artemis II mission.
The annual event, which began in 2010, invites people worldwide to participate in lunar observations, activities, and artistic expression. This year’s celebration at Goddard will highlight the agency’s ongoing work to understand the Moon, solar system, and beyond. Visitors can learn about the success of the Artemis II mission and how Goddard scientists and engineers are contributing to lunar research.
The event, running from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. EDT, will feature interactive activities, art and craft stations, and a photo kiosk. Weather permitting, telescopes will be available for observing the Moon and other astronomical objects. A real Apollo 14 Moon rock will also be on display inside the Visitor Center.
Dr. Amanda Nahm, planetary scientist at NASA Headquarters, will speak at 6:30 p.m. about the lunar science and “Moon joy” from Artemis II. At 7:30 p.m., Ernie Wright, scientific visualizer at NASA Goddard, will discuss how scientists use data to create visualizations of the Moon. The event will also showcase research from missions like the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO).
International Observe the Moon Night at Goddard is free and family-friendly. While registration is not required, it is encouraged to help with event planning. The event will proceed rain or shine, with free parking available. Those unable to attend in person can participate virtually or find local events at go.nasa.gov/ObserveTheMoon.
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