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Sungazing

At Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum

Southwest Washington, Washington

Filtered telescope, safe for eyes
Find it near the silver Delta Solar sculpture
Step-free via sidewalk and terrace

Peer at the Sun through a filtered telescope and let museum staff talk you through solar flares, sunspots, and whatever the day's surface is serving up. No reservations needed, just show up curious.

Friday, November 13, 12:00 PM

Free

What are you into?

  • Family-friendly
  • Science & space
  • Outdoor activity
  • Accessible
  • Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum
  • Southwest Washington
  • Washington

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