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Astronomy Dark Sky Viewing
Where
James River State Park, 104 Green Hill Dr., Gladstone, VA 24553.
Shelter #4/IDA viewing area
When
May 24, 2025. 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Did you know that James River State Park is a member of the International Dark Sky Association? Learn more about the importance of dark skies while we explore our vast and endless universe with our telescopes. Who knows what we will find? We will have two Astronomy Clubs (Crewe and Rappahannock) offering presentations, telescopes and they will share their knowledge about what you are seeing. If you have a telescope or binoculars, bring them with you, and we will give you some pointers. If it’s cloudy, we will still offer a presentation. Please bring some comfortable chairs.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-933-4355
Email Address: JamesRiver@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Astronomy/Stargazing | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
Additional dates
Special Dark Sky Program (Astronomy) - May 24, 2025. 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Astronomy Dark Sky Viewing - June 21, 2025. 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Special Dark Sky Program (Astronomy) - June 28, 2025. 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Astronomy Dark Sky Viewing - Aug. 16, 2025. 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Astronomy Dark Sky Viewing - Aug. 30, 2025. 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
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