Celebrate International Astronomy Day at The Franklin Institute. Spend the day unlocking the mysteries of the universe across four floors of out-of-this-world experiences, including the two-story Wondrous Space exhibit, Fels Planetarium, and the Holt & Miller Observatory. Featured programming includes Solar Viewing in Science Park, a Space Suit Show, and an Explosive Trash Can Rocket Launch Finale. Chief Astronomer Derrick Pitts will be the special guest.
Celebrate International Astronomy Day at The Franklin Institute. Spend the day unlocking the mysteries of the universe across four floors of out-of-this-world experiences, including the two-story Wondrous Space exhibit, Fels Planetarium, and the Holt & Miller Observatory. Featured programming includ...
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Celebrate International Astronomy Day at The Franklin Institute. Spend the day unlocking the mysteries of the universe across four floors of out-of-this-world experiences, including the two-story Wondrous Space exhibit, Fels Planetarium, and the Holt & Miller Observatory. Featured programming includ...
Astronomy Day 2026 starts at 11:00 a.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m.
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Astronomy Day 2026 starts at 11:00 a.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m.
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