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Rafes Urban Astronomy Center
- Healthcare
- Ponder, TX
About this business
Location details
2350 Tom Cole Rd, Ponder, TX, 76259, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | |
| Sun | Closed |
They set out few telescope for people to look through. It’s a neat experience, especially for children. I was surprised to see how many people drive out to Denton to see the planets through the telescopes. One of them was pointing to Flame nebula. The event seems to be run by students. The drive to location is an adventure in itself, but it was worth it. One suggestion: come early! The event brings large crowds and parking is limited.
Rafes Urban Astronomy Center is a fantastic spot for stargazing, especially if you’re even remotely into astronomy. They host biweekly star parties where knowledgeable volunteers set up a variety of telescopes and walk you through what you’re seeing, which makes the experience both educational and exciting. We went for the planet parade and got to see Jupiter, Uranus, and a few star clusters through their telescopes—definitely a highlight. They even had tea that night, which was a nice touch. It was very crowded, though, wit... read more
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How is Rafes Urban Astronomy Center rated?
Rafes Urban Astronomy Center has a 4.7 star rating with 103 reviews.
When is Rafes Urban Astronomy Center open?
Rafes Urban Astronomy Center is closed now. It will open at 9:00 a.m.
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