See Saturn, Neptune, and Uranus on 11/6 at 8pm
Explore the outer limits of the solar system at the RIT Observatory
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Have you ever investigated the outer reaches of our Solar System? This is your chance! The RIT Observatory will provide views of Saturn, Neptune and Uranus, the outermost of the big planets. You may even be able to glimpse several of their moons. As a bonus, we'll give visitors a celestial puzzle: can you find an asteroid?
Wear an extra layer, and bring your questions about planets, moons, comets, and anything else for our expert astronomers to answer.
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Public Night at the RIT Observatory: Explore the Solar System
Friday, November 6
8:00pm - 10:00pm
RIT Observatory
645 John Street, Rochester, NY 14623
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The event depends upon the weather and may be rescheduled. Please check the RIT Observatory webpage after 1pm on Nov 6 to find out if the event will proceed. If clouds or rain are forecast, we'll try again the next night: Saturday, Nov 7.
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How should I prepare?
Wear an extra layer of clothing, as it may be cold and bring a flashlight or smartphone.
What if it's cloudy?
This event is weather dependent. The backup date is Saturday, November 7. Check the Observatory website after 1pm for weather updates.
Who is invited?
This event is open to anyone in the RIT and Rochester communities. Families are welcome.
What is the RIT Observatory?
The RIT Observatory was established to promote undergraduate teaching and research programs in astronomy. The RIT Observatory is located in a small white house at the southeastern corner of the RIT campus and consists of three main buildings: a house for the public to gather, a structure with a roll-off roof for the 14-inch telescope, and a 5-meter dome for the 12-inch telescope. Read more about the facilities.
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