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Transit of Venus Viewing Party at NASA Goddard
Goddard Space Flight Center, 8800 Greenbelt Rd, Greenbelt, MD | Get Directions »
FREE
Join experts from NASA to watch a rare event - the Transit of Venus, when Venus visibly passes in front of the sun.
Most recently, it occured in 2004, but if you miss tonight's event, you're not likely to see the next iteration in 2117!
With free activites for all ages, the NASA Goddard Visitor's Center Venus in Transit viewing party promises to be a good time for all!
Event Details
| Where | Goddard Space Flight Center 8800 Greenbelt Rd, Greenbelt, MD 20771 |
| Next on | This event is over. |
| Time | 5:00 pm–8:00 pm |
| Who to bring | College Students, Moms, Dads, Singles, Everyone, Kids, Teens, Families, Seniors |
| Website | http://www.nasa.gov/centers/goddard/visitor/events/venus-transit.html |
| Price | $0 |
More About Goddard Space Flight Center
The Goddard Space Flight Center was established on May 1, 1959, to honor Dr. Robert H. Goddard, known as the father of modern rocket propulsion. The Greenbelt campus is the hub for scientists, engineers and technicians building instruments and tools for space study and travel. In addition to the offices and labs, there is a visitors' center that is free to the public, filled with informative and interactive exhibits on climate change and even a Gemini capsule model. Check out the gift shop after your visit for space-related educational materials and postcards.
Other events here
- NASA Goddard Model Rocket Launches at Visitor Center October 7, 2012 / November 4, 2012 / December 2, 2012 / January 6, 2013 / February 3, 2013 / March 3, 2013 / April 7, 2013 / May 5, 2013 / June 2, 2013 / July 7, 2013, 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
