The Vigo County Parks is excited to announce our Inaugural Star Party that will take place on Saturday, August 9 from 8 to 11 PM at Hawthorn Park’s Tupelo Shelter! We are teaming up with Oakley Observatory at Rose Hulman, who are generously providing telescopes for stargazing at Hawthorn Park. Then at 9:30, they are opening their doors free to the public for further star viewing. A HUGE thank you to the Observatory for all their support! This event would not be made possible without them!
What to expect:
Bring your own telescopes or Explore the ASTROPAD viewing station at Hawthorn Park’s Tupelo Shelter Learn about bats with the Terre Haute Parks Department, and listen for them on acoustic bat detectorsEnjoy space-themed kids activities and Moonbeam Ice cream 
Take a night hike to the observatory At 9:30 PM, Oakley Observatory opens its doors for more star viewing!NOTE: To protect everyone’s night vision, please bring red lights instead of standard flashlights. This helps keep the stars crisp and bright for all! 
