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Skywatch: Saturn at Opposition

Presented by Gaithersburg Community Museum at Observatory Park, Gaithersburg MD

Jun 03, 2016

The ringed planet will be at its closest approach to Earth and its face will be fully illuminated by the Sun. It will be brighter than any other time of the year and will be visible all night long.

The ringed planet will be at its closest approach to Earth and its face will be fully illuminated by the Sun. It will be brighter than any other time of the year and will be visible all night long. This is the best time to view and photograph Saturn and its moons.

ADMISSION INFO

Free

Phone: 301-258-6160

Email: museum@gaithersburgmd.gov

Website: http://www.gaithersburgmd.gov/leisure/parks-and-fields/observatory-park/...

INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES*

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Parking: Handicapped parking is available at the park. Other parking is available at St. Martin’s lot at the corner of DeSellum and Route 355 (2 blocks)nFacilities: Observatory Park does not have restroom facilities.nFlashlights with a white light are not permitted.

* Event durations (if noted) are approximate. Please check with the presenting organization or venue to confirm start times and duration.