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October Astronomy Night

  • Niabi Zoo 13010 Niabi Zoo Rd Coal Valley, IL, 61240 United States (map)

Sunset at 6:15 pm. This will be a great evening to observe the planets Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Neptune and Uranus along with the bright Moon. Two of Jupiter's moons (Io and Europa) will align at 10:15 which is not to be missed. Satturn will also be an awesome sight with beautiful rings and retinue of 4-5 moons. Other objects include Eta Cassiopeiae (double star), NGC457 (ET Cluster), along with M15 (Pegasus Cluster) will be among the featured objects along with many other beautiful deep sky objects that should be visible weather permitting.

Earlier Event: September 18
September Astronomy Night
Later Event: November 5
Astronomy Night at the Doll Museum