The public is invited to a special presentation Friday, January 12th at the Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute (PARI) concerning the winter night sky and celestial objects visible in Western North Carolina.

The program is part of PARI’s monthly Evening at PARI series and will feature presentations by PARI astronomers. The observing session will feature the constellations Pegasus, Andromeda, Cassiopeia, Cepheus, and Perseus. “The clear, cool nights of the winter season are a wonderful time to observe the night sky,” said PARI Director of Learning Experiences Christi Whitworth. “During this special Evening at PARI, we will explore the nighttime skies, share constellation stories and provide observing tips. This program is designed for all ages and knowledge levels, so we encourage family participation.”

Marvel at the views through an array of optical telescopes, including our 25″ Dobsonian, and see what a DARK sky actually looks like. Take a Sky Trek with us as we explore each of the visible planets. Visit a few of the Wonders of our Milky Way before we journey to one of our neighboring galaxies.  This event is designed for all ages, so bring the entire family.”

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event.  Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time.  We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

If inclement weather prevents the outdoor observations, this program will be cancelled and registrants will be notified by 4 p.m. the day of the event. PARI will apply any payment toward a later observing session, a different evening special program, or provide a refund upon request.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event.  Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time.  We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

If inclement weather prevents the outdoor observations, this program will be cancelled and registrants will be notified by 4 p.m. the day of the event. PARI will apply any payment toward a later observing session, a different evening special program, or provide a refund upon request.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

Enjoy dinner and take a Sky Trek with us to marvel at the views through an array of optical telescopes to witness what DARK sky actually looks like as we explore each of the visible planets. Visit a few of the Wonders of our Milky Way before we journey to one of our neighboring galaxies. This event is designed for all ages, so bring the entire family.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event. Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event. An optional dinner at our new restaurant, Smiley's, will be served before observing from 6:00pm -7:30pm.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time. We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

If inclement weather prevents the outdoor observations, this program will be cancelled and registrants will be notified by 4 p.m. the day of the event. PARI will apply any payment toward a later observing session, a different evening special program, or provide a refund upon request.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

Marvel at the views through an array of optical telescopes, including our 25″ Dobsonian, and see what a DARK sky actually looks like. Take a Sky Trek with us as we explore each of the visible planets. Visit a few of the Wonders of our Milky Way before we journey to one of our neighboring galaxies.  This event is designed for all ages, so bring the entire family.”

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event.  Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time.  We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

If inclement weather prevents the outdoor observations, this program will be cancelled and registrants will be notified by 4 p.m. the day of the event. PARI will apply any payment toward a later observing session, a different evening special program, or provide a refund upon request.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

Marvel at the views through an array of optical telescopes, including our 25″ Dobsonian, and see what a DARK sky actually looks like. Take a Sky Trek with us as we explore each of the visible planets. Visit a few of the Wonders of our Milky Way before we journey to one of our neighboring galaxies.  This event is designed for all ages, so bring the entire family.”

The summer skies will showcase Jupiter and Saturn.  Up to five of Jupiter's moons are often visible along with the characteristic bands.  Saturn's rings are always a sight to behold.  Several globular and open clusters, binary star systems, and other fascinating objects are also on the observing menu depending on sky conditions.  On evenings when the Moon is out, you will be able to observe its craters while holding 3D models of them.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event.  Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time.  We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

If inclement weather prevents the outdoor observations, this program will be cancelled and registrants will be notified by 4 p.m. the day of the event. PARI will apply any payment toward a later observing session, a different evening special program, or provide a refund upon request.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event.  Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time.  We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

If inclement weather prevents the outdoor observations, this program will be cancelled and registrants will be notified by 4 p.m. the day of the event. PARI will apply any payment toward a later observing session, a different evening special program, or provide a refund upon request.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

Enjoy dinner and take a Sky Trek with us to marvel at the views through an array of optical telescopes to witness what DARK sky actually looks like as we explore each of the visible planets. Visit a few of the Wonders of our Milky Way before we journey to one of our neighboring galaxies. This event is designed for all ages, so please bring the entire family.  Please note that this event will take place rain/clouds or shine.  Should outside observing conditions not be favorable, PARI educators have prepared indoor programming and activities.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event. Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event. An optional dinner at our new restaurant, Smiley's, will be served before observing from 6:00pm -7:30pm.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time. We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

If inclement weather prevents the outdoor observations, this program will be cancelled and registrants will be notified by 4 p.m. the day of the event. PARI will apply any payment toward a later observing session, a different evening special program, or provide a refund upon request.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

Marvel at the views through an array of optical telescopes, including our 25″ Dobsonian, and see what a DARK sky actually looks like. Take a Sky Trek with us as we explore each of the visible planets. Visit a few of the Wonders of our Milky Way before we journey to one of our neighboring galaxies.  This event is designed for all ages, so bring the entire family.”

The summer skies will showcase Jupiter and Saturn.  Up to five of Jupiter's moons are often visible along with the characteristic bands.  Saturn's rings are always a sight to behold.  Several globular and open clusters, binary star systems, and other fascinating objects are also on the observing menu depending on sky conditions.  On evenings when the Moon is out, you will be able to observe its craters while holding 3D models of them.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event.  Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time.  We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

If inclement weather prevents the outdoor observations, this program will be cancelled and registrants will be notified by 4 p.m. the day of the event. PARI will apply any payment toward a later observing session, a different evening special program, or provide a refund upon request.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

Marvel at the views through an array of optical telescopes, including our 25″ Dobsonian, and see what a DARK sky actually looks like. Take a Sky Trek with us as we explore each of the visible planets. Visit a few of the Wonders of our Milky Way before we journey to one of our neighboring galaxies.  This event is designed for all ages, so bring the entire family.”

The summer skies will showcase Jupiter and Saturn.  Up to five of Jupiter's moons are often visible along with the characteristic bands.  Saturn's rings are always a sight to behold.  Several globular and open clusters, binary star systems, and other fascinating objects are also on the observing menu depending on sky conditions.  On evenings when the Moon is out, you will be able to observe its craters while holding 3D models of them.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event.  Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time.  We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

Marvel at the views through an array of optical telescopes, including our 25″ Dobsonian, and see what a DARK sky actually looks like. Take a Sky Trek with us as we explore each of the visible planets. Visit a few of the Wonders of our Milky Way before we journey to one of our neighboring galaxies.  This event is designed for all ages, so bring the entire family.”

The summer skies will showcase Jupiter and Saturn.  Up to five of Jupiter's moons are often visible along with the characteristic bands.  Saturn's rings are always a sight to behold.  Several globular and open clusters, binary star systems, and other fascinating objects are also on the observing menu depending on sky conditions.  On evenings when the Moon is out, you will be able to observe its craters while holding 3D models of them.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event.  Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time.  We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

If inclement weather prevents the outdoor observations, this program will be cancelled and registrants will be notified by 4 p.m. the day of the event. PARI will apply any payment toward a later observing session, a different evening special program, or provide a refund upon request.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

Marvel at the views through an array of optical telescopes, including our 25″ Dobsonian, and see what a DARK sky actually looks like. Take a Sky Trek with us as we explore each of the visible planets. Visit a few of the Wonders of our Milky Way before we journey to one of our neighboring galaxies.  This event is designed for all ages, so bring the entire family.”

The summer skies will showcase Jupiter and Saturn.  Up to five of Jupiter's moons are often visible along with the characteristic bands.  Saturn's rings are always a sight to behold.  Several globular and open clusters, binary star systems, and other fascinating objects are also on the observing menu depending on sky conditions.  On evenings when the Moon is out, you will be able to observe its craters while holding 3D models of them.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event.  Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time.  We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

Please note that this event will take place rain, clouds or shine.  Should outside observing conditions not be favorable, PARI educators have prepared an exciting indoor program and activities.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

The summer skies will showcase Jupiter and Saturn.  Up to five of Jupiter's moons are often visible along with the characteristic bands.  Saturn's rings are always a sight to behold.  Several globular and open clusters, binary star systems, and other fascinating objects are also on the observing menu depending on sky conditions.  On evenings when the Moon is out, you will be able to observe its craters while holding 3D models of them.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event.  Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time.  We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC

If inclement weather prevents the outdoor observations, this program will be cancelled and registrants will be notified by 4 p.m. the day of the event. PARI will apply any payment toward a later observing session, a different evening special program, or provide a refund upon request.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time.  We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

Please note that this event will take place rain, clouds or shine.  Should outside observing conditions not be favorable, PARI educators have prepared an exciting indoor program and activities.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

Marvel at the views through an array of optical telescopes, including our 25″ Dobsonian, and see what a DARK sky actually looks like. Take a Sky Trek with us as we explore each of the visible planets. Visit a few of the Wonders of our Milky Way before we journey to one of our neighboring galaxies.  This event is designed for all ages, so bring the entire family.”

The summer skies will showcase Jupiter and Saturn.  Up to five of Jupiter's moons are often visible along with the characteristic bands.  Saturn's rings are always a sight to behold.  Several globular and open clusters, binary star systems, and other fascinating objects are also on the observing menu depending on sky conditions.  On evenings when the Moon is out, you will be able to observe its craters while holding 3D models of them.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event.  Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time.  We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

If inclement weather prevents the outdoor observations, this program will be cancelled and registrants will be notified by 4 p.m. the day of the event. PARI will apply any payment toward a later observing session, a different evening special program, or provide a refund upon request.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

Marvel at the views through an array of optical telescopes, including our 25″ Dobsonian, and see what a DARK sky actually looks like. Take a Sky Trek with us as we explore each of the visible planets. Visit a few of the Wonders of our Milky Way before we journey to one of our neighboring galaxies.  This event is designed for all ages, so bring the entire family.”

The summer skies will showcase Jupiter and Saturn.  Up to five of Jupiter's moons are often visible along with the characteristic bands.  Saturn's rings are always a sight to behold.  Several globular and open clusters, binary star systems, and other fascinating objects are also on the observing menu depending on sky conditions.  On evenings when the Moon is out, you will be able to observe its craters while holding 3D models of them.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event.  Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time.  We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

Please note that this event will take place rain, clouds or shine.  Should outside observing conditions not be favorable, PARI educators have prepared an exciting indoor program and activities.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

Marvel at the views through an array of optical telescopes, including our 25″ Dobsonian, and see what a DARK sky actually looks like. Take a Sky Trek with us as we explore each of the visible planets. Visit a few of the Wonders of our Milky Way before we journey to one of our neighboring galaxies.  This event is designed for all ages, so bring the entire family.”

The summer skies will showcase Jupiter and Saturn.  Up to five of Jupiter's moons are often visible along with the characteristic bands.  Saturn's rings are always a sight to behold.  Several globular and open clusters, binary star systems, and other fascinating objects are also on the observing menu depending on sky conditions.  On evenings when the Moon is out, you will be able to observe its craters while holding 3D models of them.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event.  Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time.  We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

If inclement weather prevents the outdoor observations, this program will be cancelled and registrants will be notified by 4 p.m. the day of the event. PARI will apply any payment toward a later observing session, a different evening special program, or provide a refund upon request.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

Marvel at the views through an array of optical telescopes, including our 25″ Dobsonian, and see what a DARK sky actually looks like. Take a Sky Trek with us as we explore each of the visible planets. Visit a few of the Wonders of our Milky Way before we journey to one of our neighboring galaxies.  This event is designed for all ages, so bring the entire family.”

The summer skies will showcase Jupiter and Saturn.  Up to five of Jupiter's moons are often visible along with the characteristic bands.  Saturn's rings are always a sight to behold.  Several globular and open clusters, binary star systems, and other fascinating objects are also on the observing menu depending on sky conditions.  On evenings when the Moon is out, you will be able to observe its craters while holding 3D models of them.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event.  Gates will open one hour before the start of the event, and close one hour after the start of the event.

If you plan to use GPS for navigation to our site, be aware that many carriers have intermittent signal in PARI's vicinity, so queue up the directions ahead of time.  We have found Google Maps to provide the most reliable route to us when your use our address of 1 PARI Drive, Rosman, NC.

If inclement weather prevents the outdoor observations, this program will be cancelled and registrants will be notified by 4 p.m. the day of the event. PARI will apply any payment toward a later observing session, a different evening special program, or provide a refund upon request.

For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu or Sarah Chappell at schappell@nullpari.edu

This special, Valentine's edition of Evening at PARI starts with a romantic, served, candlelit dinner from 5:30pm – 7:00pm at PARI’s new restaurant, Smiley's.  During dessert, enjoy "Love Stories in the Sky", presented by PARI educator, Lebby Moran at 7:00 p.m.  Afterwards, visitors may tour the exhibit galleries and conclude their evening by stargazing with PARI astronomers. The program will take place regardless of the weather so attendees are encouraged to dress appropriately for being outside and to wear comfortable walking shoes.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event. For the first time, we will also offer a special Valentine dinner, starting at 5:30pm, before the Evening at PARI program.  Couple Tickets are $75 Individual tickets are $40. Register and pay using the PARI Event Calendar. For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at 828-862-5554 or cblythe@nullpari.edu.

Please join us on Friday, March 9^th, as we welcome Lieutenant Colonel William David Clarke III, USAF (retired) to our campus. Lieutenant Colonel Clarke’s presentation will cover his amazing 13-day adventure in June 1966 across the Pacific to Saigon in a 35 year-old twin engine Gooney Bird aircraft (one of 53 Puff the Magic Dragon gunships deployed to support efforts in the Vietnam War). Prior to the presentation, we invite our guests to enjoy a relaxing dinner from 5:30pm – 7:00pm at PARI’s new restaurant, Smiley’s. At the conclusion of the presentation, guests will enjoy a campus tour and trip to PARI’s exhibit galleries. Weather permitting, the evening will conclude with a trip to our Sky Deck, where PARI astronomers and volunteers will point out the constellations and use PARI’s telescopes to view the night sky.

“We are extremely excited to have Lieutenant Colonel Clarke as our special guest for the evening.” said PARI Director of Learning Experiences Christi Whitworth. “This is certain to be one of our most entertaining Evening at PARI programs, so we encourage everyone in the family to attend.”

The event will take place regardless of the weather, so attendees are encouraged to dress appropriately and wear comfortable walking shoes. Each participant will also have the opportunity to have a photo taken with a PARI telescope and will receive a subscription to the PARI newsletter.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event. The cost is $20 per adult ($35 including dinner), $15 for seniors/military ($30 including dinner), $5 per child ages 6-10 ($13 including dinner). Children 5 and under are admitted free (dinner is free). For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu.

Registration to Homeschool Day at PARI is limited to 100 students (25 per class). Registration is first-come, first-served.

Register here for the event.

The event will take place regardless of the weather, so attendees are encouraged to dress appropriately and wear comfortable walking shoes. Each participant will also have the opportunity to have a photo taken with a PARI telescope and will receive a subscription to the PARI newsletter.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event. The cost is $20 per adult ($35 including dinner), $15 for seniors/military ($30 including dinner), $5 per child ages 6-10 ($13 including dinner). Children 5 and under are admitted free (dinner is free). For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu.

Please join us on Friday, May 11^th, as we welcome Dr. Stella Kafka, Director of the AAVSO (American Association of Variable Star Observers) to our campus. Dr. Kafka’s presentation will introduce our guests to some of the most common aspects of stellar variability and their significance in astrophysics. She will discuss their common light curves identifiers, and present work by AAVSO observers that has lead to cutting-edge scientific discoveries throughout the years. Dr. Kafka will conclude her presentation with how guests may participate in variable star observations from their very own backyard, contributing to the AAVSO International Database and to cutting-edge science. 

Prior to the presentation, we invite our guests to enjoy a relaxing dinner from 5:30pm – 7:00pm at PARI’s new restaurant, Smiley’s. At the conclusion of the presentation, guests will enjoy a campus tour and trip to PARI’s exhibit galleries. Weather permitting, the evening will conclude with a trip to our Sky Deck, where PARI astronomers and volunteers will point out the constellations and use PARI’s telescopes to view the night sky.

“We are very honored to have Dr. Kafka as our special guest for the evening.” said PARI Director of Learning Experiences Christi Whitworth. “Her amazing reputation within the scientific community and contributions to the field of astronomy as a researcher recognizes her as a leader within the industry.  We definitely view her presentation as a true gift to PARI and our visitors for the evening.”

The event will take place regardless of the weather, so attendees are encouraged to dress appropriately and wear comfortable walking shoes. Each participant will also have the opportunity to have a photo taken with a PARI telescope and will receive a subscription to the PARI newsletter.

Reservations are required and will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the event. The cost is $20 per adult ($35 including dinner), $15 for seniors/military ($30 including dinner), $5 per child ages 6-10 ($13 including dinner). Children 5 and under are admitted free (dinner is free). For additional information contact Chelena Blythe at cblythe@nullpari.edu.

The Stargazing VIP Experience is designed to allow a small intimate group to work directly with an astronomical educator while they observe the night sky.

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

You will then move to our south observation deck to watch the sun set with 360 degree views of the Pisgah National Forest including views of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Once the skies become dark, the event will move to our sky deck where optical telescopes will be ready to provide stunning views of distant objects in the night sky.  We will select planets, nebulae, galaxies, stars, and clusters from the best of what the season has to offer.

Sign up for the ultimate stargazing experience!

The Stargazer's Journey is designed to allow a small intimate group to work directly with an astronomical educator while they observe the night sky.

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

Sign up for the ultimate stargazing experience!

The Stargazer's Journey is designed to allow a small intimate group to work directly with an astronomical educator while they observe the night sky.

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

Sign up for the ultimate stargazing experience!

The Stargazer's Journey is designed to allow a small intimate group to work directly with an astronomical educator while they observe the night sky.

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

You will then move to our south observation deck to watch the sun set with 360 degree views of the Pisgah National Forest including views of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Once the skies become dark, the event will move to our sky deck where optical telescopes will be ready to provide stunning views of distant objects in the night sky. We will select planets, nebulae, galaxies, stars, and clusters from the best of what the season has to offer.

The Stargazer's Journey is designed to allow a small intimate group to work directly with an astronomical educator while they observe the night sky.

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

You will then move to our south observation deck to watch the sun set with 360 degree views of the Pisgah National Forest including views of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Once the skies become dark, the event will move to our sky deck where optical telescopes will be ready to provide stunning views of distant objects in the night sky. We will select planets, nebulae, galaxies, stars, and clusters from the best of what the season has to offer.

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

You will then move to our south observation deck to watch the sun set with 360 degree views of the Pisgah National Forest including views of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Once the skies become dark, the event will move to our sky deck where optical telescopes will be ready to provide stunning views of distant objects in the night sky. We will select planets, nebulae, galaxies, stars, and clusters from the best of what the season has to offer.

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

You will then move to our south observation deck to watch the sun set with 360 degree views of the Pisgah National Forest including views of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Once the skies become dark, the event will move to our sky deck where optical telescopes will be ready to provide stunning views of distant objects in the night sky. We will select planets, nebulae, galaxies, stars, and clusters from the best of what the season has to offer.

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

You will then move to our south observation deck to watch the sun set with 360 degree views of the Pisgah National Forest including views of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Once the skies become dark, the event will move to our sky deck where optical telescopes will be ready to provide stunning views of distant objects in the night sky. We will select planets, nebulae, galaxies, stars, and clusters from the best of what the season has to offer.

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

You will then move to our south observation deck to watch the sun set with 360 degree views of the Pisgah National Forest including views of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Once the skies become dark, the event will move to our sky deck where optical telescopes will be ready to provide stunning views of distant objects in the night sky. We will select planets, nebulae, galaxies, stars, and clusters from the best of what the season has to offer.

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

You will then move to our south observation deck to watch the sun set with 360 degree views of the Pisgah National Forest including views of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Once the skies become dark, the event will move to our sky deck where optical telescopes will be ready to provide stunning views of distant objects in the night sky. We will select planets, nebulae, galaxies, stars, and clusters from the best of what the season has to offer.

Science Jamboree is a Rain Or Shine evening event that showcases the night sky from a variety of perspectives.

Reservations are required for this event: $20 (adults), $8 (children age 6-11), with children 5 and under FREE.

Have you ever wished upon a shooting star?  Now is your chance!  Enjoy camping and observing the Perseids meteor shower at our historic, mountaintop campus! 

$60 primitive camping package includes site usage, meals and an educational experience of a lifetime with a Learning Center astronomer!

For additional information and registration, please contact the Learning Center at PARI:  828.862.5554 or register online!

Explore and analyze planets orbiting other stars to become the ultimate Exoplaneteer!  By utilizing data sets, light curve analysis, and your imagination, you will determine if they can be colonized! 

Open to ages 14-18, Exoplaneteers explore the field of astronomy and planetary science to learn how to search for other planets to colonize through research and data collection.

Cost: $800 per student (Includes lodging in the Learning Center's new cabins, meals, recreational activities and materials)

For additional information, please contact the Learning Center at PARI:  828.862.5554  |  programs@nullpari.edu

Science Jamboree is a Rain Or Shine evening event that showcases the night sky from a variety of perspectives.

Reservations are required for this event: $20 (adults), $8 (children age 6-11), with children 5 and under FREE.

On Friday, September 21st, the Learning Center at PARI is excited to present its first quarterly special event, PISGAH NIGHTS, featuring WNC Nature Center’s Tori Duval. Tori will present an informative, hands-on presentation “Nocturnal Animals” that will allow guests to interact with live, nocturnal creatures during the discussion.

The PISGAH NIGHTS’ package will include dinner at the Learning Center's restaurant, planetarium programming, and tours through the Learning Center’s space artifact exhibit and gemstone/meteorite galleries. Weather permitting, the evening will conclude with a trip to the Sky Deck, where Learning Center astronomers and volunteers will point out the constellations and use their telescopes to view the night sky.

AGENDA:
• Dinner / 5:30p - 7:00p / Smiley's (guests may eat at any time during this timeframe) 
• Presentation / 7:00p - 8:00p / Multimedia Room - Cline Administration Building
• Exhibit Tours / 8:00p - 9:00p / Cline Administration Building
• Night Sky Observing / 9:30p - Late / Sky Deck

The Learning Center at PARI invites young amateur astronomers of all ages, and their families, for an OVERNIGHT CAMP EXPERIENCE to learn how astronomers map the sky with planets and the familiar shapes of the constellations!  In addition to family-fun astronomy programming, this camp also includes planetarium activities, night sky observation with telescopes (weather permitting), mythology, and ‘create your own’ constellation activities.  Recommended for kids 6-100! 

CABIN PACKAGE:
- $140 per adult
- $100 per child
- $400 special family rate (2 adults / 2 children) / $60 per extra child

CAMPING PACKAGE:
- $90 per adult
- $60 per child
- $250 special family rate (2 adults / 2 children) / $40 per extra child

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

You will then move to our south observation deck to watch the sun set with 360 degree views of the Pisgah National Forest including views of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Once the skies become dark, the event will move to our sky deck where optical telescopes will be ready to provide stunning views of distant objects in the night sky. We will select planets, nebulae, galaxies, stars, and clusters from the best of what the season has to offer.

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

You will then move to our south observation deck to watch the sun set with 360 degree views of the Pisgah National Forest including views of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Once the skies become dark, the event will move to our sky deck where optical telescopes will be ready to provide stunning views of distant objects in the night sky. We will select planets, nebulae, galaxies, stars, and clusters from the best of what the season has to offer.

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

You will then move to our south observation deck to watch the sun set with 360 degree views of the Pisgah National Forest including views of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Once the skies become dark, the event will move to our sky deck where optical telescopes will be ready to provide stunning views of distant objects in the night sky. We will select planets, nebulae, galaxies, stars, and clusters from the best of what the season has to offer.

Explore a 200-acre former NASA facility — historic scientific instruments, active research site, science, and technology education. Enjoy hiking trails, campus tours, scenic mountain views, hands-on space and earth science exhibit galleries, a nature center and more.

Guests may visit the PARI campus for dedicated tours on Wednesdays from 1 pm am until 8:00 pm.

Volunteer docents provide commentary on PARI’s history as a pivotal part of the pioneering early days of our nation’s space program and guide you to some behind-the-scenes looks at the historic instruments that still populate the campus. The general admission price covers the docent tours, but reservations are suggested for larger groups. To make reservations contact visitor services at 828-862-5554.

Pre-arranged guided tours for groups can be scheduled during normal operating hours by calling visitor services at 828-862-5554. Special rates will apply.

CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• Space Shuttle artifacts, satellites, and hands-on exhibits
• Tent camping
• Seasonal cabin rentals
• On-site restaurant for special events
• Hiking trails
• Spectacular scenic views
• Gemstone, mineral, meteorite, and fluorescent mineral galleries
• Scheduled public events and night sky observing
• And much more!!!

Explore a 200-acre former NASA facility — historic scientific instruments, active research site, science, and technology education. Enjoy hiking trails, campus tours, scenic mountain views, hands-on space and earth science exhibit galleries, a nature center and more.

Guests may visit the PARI campus for dedicated tours on Wednesdays from 1 pm am until 8:00 pm.

Volunteer docents provide commentary on PARI’s history as a pivotal part of the pioneering early days of our nation’s space program and guide you to some behind-the-scenes looks at the historic instruments that still populate the campus. The general admission price covers the docent tours, but reservations are suggested for larger groups. To make reservations contact visitor services at 828-862-5554.

Pre-arranged guided tours for groups can be scheduled during normal operating hours by calling visitor services at 828-862-5554. Special rates will apply.

CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• Space Shuttle artifacts, satellites, and hands-on exhibits
• Tent camping
• Seasonal cabin rentals
• On-site restaurant for special events
• Hiking trails
• Spectacular scenic views
• Gemstone, mineral, meteorite, and fluorescent mineral galleries
• Scheduled public events and night sky observing
• And much more!!!

Explore a 200-acre former NASA facility — historic scientific instruments, active research site, science, and technology education. Enjoy hiking trails, campus tours, scenic mountain views, hands-on space and earth science exhibit galleries, a nature center and more.

Guests may visit the PARI campus for dedicated tours on Wednesdays from 1 pm am until 8:00 pm.

Volunteer docents provide commentary on PARI’s history as a pivotal part of the pioneering early days of our nation’s space program and guide you to some behind-the-scenes looks at the historic instruments that still populate the campus. The general admission price covers the docent tours, but reservations are suggested for larger groups. To make reservations contact visitor services at 828-862-5554.

Pre-arranged guided tours for groups can be scheduled during normal operating hours by calling visitor services at 828-862-5554. Special rates will apply.

CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• Space Shuttle artifacts, satellites, and hands-on exhibits
• Tent camping
• Seasonal cabin rentals
• On-site restaurant for special events
• Hiking trails
• Spectacular scenic views
• Gemstone, mineral, meteorite, and fluorescent mineral galleries
• Scheduled public events and night sky observing
• And much more!!!

Explore a 200-acre former NASA facility — historic scientific instruments, active research site, science, and technology education. Enjoy hiking trails, campus tours, scenic mountain views, hands-on space and earth science exhibit galleries, a nature center and more.

Guests may visit the PARI campus for dedicated tours on Wednesdays from 1 pm am until 8:00 pm.

Volunteer docents provide commentary on PARI’s history as a pivotal part of the pioneering early days of our nation’s space program and guide you to some behind-the-scenes looks at the historic instruments that still populate the campus. The general admission price covers the docent tours, but reservations are suggested for larger groups. To make reservations contact visitor services at 828-862-5554.

Pre-arranged guided tours for groups can be scheduled during normal operating hours by calling visitor services at 828-862-5554. Special rates will apply.

CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• Space Shuttle artifacts, satellites, and hands-on exhibits
• Tent camping
• Seasonal cabin rentals
• On-site restaurant for special events
• Hiking trails
• Spectacular scenic views
• Gemstone, mineral, meteorite, and fluorescent mineral galleries
• Scheduled public events and night sky observing
• And much more!!!

Explore a 200-acre former NASA facility — historic scientific instruments, active research site, science, and technology education. Enjoy hiking trails, campus tours, scenic mountain views, hands-on space and earth science exhibit galleries, a nature center and more.

Guests may visit the PARI campus for dedicated tours on Wednesdays from 1 pm am until 8:00 pm.

Volunteer docents provide commentary on PARI’s history as a pivotal part of the pioneering early days of our nation’s space program and guide you to some behind-the-scenes looks at the historic instruments that still populate the campus. The general admission price covers the docent tours, but reservations are suggested for larger groups. To make reservations contact visitor services at 828-862-5554.

Pre-arranged guided tours for groups can be scheduled during normal operating hours by calling visitor services at 828-862-5554. Special rates will apply.

CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• Space Shuttle artifacts, satellites, and hands-on exhibits
• Tent camping
• Seasonal cabin rentals
• On-site restaurant for special events
• Hiking trails
• Spectacular scenic views
• Gemstone, mineral, meteorite, and fluorescent mineral galleries
• Scheduled public events and night sky observing
• And much more!!!

Explore a 200-acre former NASA facility — historic scientific instruments, active research site, science, and technology education. Enjoy hiking trails, campus tours, scenic mountain views, hands-on space and earth science exhibit galleries, a nature center and more.

Guests may visit the PARI campus for dedicated tours on Wednesdays from 1 pm am until 8:00 pm.

Volunteer docents provide commentary on PARI’s history as a pivotal part of the pioneering early days of our nation’s space program and guide you to some behind-the-scenes looks at the historic instruments that still populate the campus. The general admission price covers the docent tours, but reservations are suggested for larger groups. To make reservations contact visitor services at 828-862-5554.

Pre-arranged guided tours for groups can be scheduled during normal operating hours by calling visitor services at 828-862-5554. Special rates will apply.

CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• Space Shuttle artifacts, satellites, and hands-on exhibits
• Tent camping
• Seasonal cabin rentals
• On-site restaurant for special events
• Hiking trails
• Spectacular scenic views
• Gemstone, mineral, meteorite, and fluorescent mineral galleries
• Scheduled public events and night sky observing
• And much more!!!

Explore a 200-acre former NASA facility — historic scientific instruments, active research site, science, and technology education. Enjoy hiking trails, campus tours, scenic mountain views, hands-on space and earth science exhibit galleries, a nature center and more.

Guests may visit the PARI campus for dedicated tours on Wednesdays from 1 pm am until 8:00 pm.

Volunteer docents provide commentary on PARI’s history as a pivotal part of the pioneering early days of our nation’s space program and guide you to some behind-the-scenes looks at the historic instruments that still populate the campus. The general admission price covers the docent tours, but reservations are suggested for larger groups. To make reservations contact visitor services at 828-862-5554.

Pre-arranged guided tours for groups can be scheduled during normal operating hours by calling visitor services at 828-862-5554. Special rates will apply.

CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• Space Shuttle artifacts, satellites, and hands-on exhibits
• Tent camping
• Seasonal cabin rentals
• On-site restaurant for special events
• Hiking trails
• Spectacular scenic views
• Gemstone, mineral, meteorite, and fluorescent mineral galleries
• Scheduled public events and night sky observing
• And much more!!!

Explore a 200-acre former NASA facility — historic scientific instruments, active research site, science, and technology education. Enjoy hiking trails, campus tours, scenic mountain views, hands-on space and earth science exhibit galleries, a nature center and more.

Guests may visit the PARI campus for dedicated tours on Wednesdays from 1 pm am until 8:00 pm.

Volunteer docents provide commentary on PARI’s history as a pivotal part of the pioneering early days of our nation’s space program and guide you to some behind-the-scenes looks at the historic instruments that still populate the campus. The general admission price covers the docent tours, but reservations are suggested for larger groups. To make reservations contact visitor services at 828-862-5554.

Pre-arranged guided tours for groups can be scheduled during normal operating hours by calling visitor services at 828-862-5554. Special rates will apply.

CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• Space Shuttle artifacts, satellites, and hands-on exhibits
• Tent camping
• Seasonal cabin rentals
• On-site restaurant for special events
• Hiking trails
• Spectacular scenic views
• Gemstone, mineral, meteorite, and fluorescent mineral galleries
• Scheduled public events and night sky observing
• And much more!!!

Explore a 200-acre former NASA facility — historic scientific instruments, active research site, science, and technology education. Enjoy hiking trails, campus tours, scenic mountain views, hands-on space and earth science exhibit galleries, a nature center and more.

Guests may visit the PARI campus for dedicated tours on Wednesdays from 1 pm am until 8:00 pm.

Volunteer docents provide commentary on PARI’s history as a pivotal part of the pioneering early days of our nation’s space program and guide you to some behind-the-scenes looks at the historic instruments that still populate the campus. The general admission price covers the docent tours, but reservations are suggested for larger groups. To make reservations contact visitor services at 828-862-5554.

Pre-arranged guided tours for groups can be scheduled during normal operating hours by calling visitor services at 828-862-5554. Special rates will apply.

CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• Space Shuttle artifacts, satellites, and hands-on exhibits
• Tent camping
• Seasonal cabin rentals
• On-site restaurant for special events
• Hiking trails
• Spectacular scenic views
• Gemstone, mineral, meteorite, and fluorescent mineral galleries
• Scheduled public events and night sky observing
• And much more!!!

Explore a 200-acre former NASA facility — historic scientific instruments, active research site, science, and technology education. Enjoy hiking trails, campus tours, scenic mountain views, hands-on space and earth science exhibit galleries, a nature center and more.

Guests may visit the PARI campus for dedicated tours on Wednesdays from 1 pm am until 8:00 pm.

Volunteer docents provide commentary on PARI’s history as a pivotal part of the pioneering early days of our nation’s space program and guide you to some behind-the-scenes looks at the historic instruments that still populate the campus. The general admission price covers the docent tours, but reservations are suggested for larger groups. To make reservations contact visitor services at 828-862-5554.

Pre-arranged guided tours for groups can be scheduled during normal operating hours by calling visitor services at 828-862-5554. Special rates will apply.

CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• Space Shuttle artifacts, satellites, and hands-on exhibits
• Tent camping
• Seasonal cabin rentals
• On-site restaurant for special events
• Hiking trails
• Spectacular scenic views
• Gemstone, mineral, meteorite, and fluorescent mineral galleries
• Scheduled public events and night sky observing
• And much more!!!

Sign up for the ultimate stargazing experience!

The Stargazer's Journey is designed to allow a small intimate group to work directly with an astronomical educator while they observe the night sky.

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

You will then move to our south observation deck to watch the sun set with 360 degree views of the Pisgah National Forest including views of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Once the skies become dark, the event will move to our sky deck where optical telescopes will be ready to provide stunning views of distant objects in the night sky. We will select planets, nebulae, galaxies, stars, and clusters from the best of what the season has to offer.

Have you ever wished upon a shooting star? Now is your chance! Enjoy cabin lodging and observing the Geminids meteor shower at our historic, mountaintop campus! 

We are offering a special $350 cabin quarter package for couples, and a reduced rate of $45 for children ages 6-10, with ages 5 and under FREE. This package includes overnight lodging, meals and an educational experience of a lifetime with a Learning Center educator during the Geminids meteor shower!

Availability is limited, please contact us for additional information:
the Learning Center at PARI: 
828.862.5554 | programs@nullpari.edu

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

You will then move to our south observation deck to watch the sun set with 360 degree views of the Pisgah National Forest including views of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Once the skies become dark, the event will move to our sky deck where optical telescopes will be ready to provide stunning views of distant objects in the night sky. We will select planets, nebulae, galaxies, stars, and clusters from the best of what the season has to offer.

The evening will begin at our restaurant, Smiley's, where your educator will tell you about the history of our facilities while you enjoy dinner.

You will then move to our south observation deck to watch the sun set with 360 degree views of the Pisgah National Forest including views of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Once the skies become dark, the event will move to our sky deck where optical telescopes will be ready to provide stunning views of distant objects in the night sky. We will select planets, nebulae, galaxies, stars, and clusters from the best of what the season has to offer.