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Programs & Events at Highland Road Park Observatory
Feb
3 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Feb
4 2023Science AcademyCadets are brought into the wonderful world of astronomy and given an exciting chance to explore gravity, simple machines, stars, spacecraft, meteors, the Earth-Moon system, asteroids and comets, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 7 + 14 + 28 Feb. 4 + 11 + 25 March 4 + 11 + 25 April 1 + 8 + 15 May 6 + 13 + 27 10 a.m.-noon / Ages 8-12 Ages: 8-12 |
Feb
10 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Feb
11 2023Science AcademyCadets are brought into the wonderful world of astronomy and given an exciting chance to explore gravity, simple machines, stars, spacecraft, meteors, the Earth-Moon system, asteroids and comets, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 7 + 14 + 28 Feb. 4 + 11 + 25 March 4 + 11 + 25 April 1 + 8 + 15 May 6 + 13 + 27 10 a.m.-noon / Ages 8-12 Ages: 8-12 |
Feb
11 2023Plus NightGet something extra beyond standard viewing: sky tours, physical science demos, “birth” stars and a marshmallow roast. Each Plus Night has a unique theme, make sure to check out our website for theme details. Jan. 14 + Feb. 11 + March 25 + May 13 / 7-10 p.m. Ages: all ages |
Feb
17 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Feb
18 2023Solar ViewingHRPO staff shows the Sun via projection, filtered optical light and hydrogen-alpha. Patrons will see any sizable sunspots or flares. Jan. 21 + Feb. 18 + March 18 + May 20 / noon-2 p.m. Ages: all ages |
Feb
18 2023STEM ExpansionAdvanced demonstrations and topic extensions for an older teen crowd. Archived experiments, some not seen in over fifteen years, are joined with timely, cutting-edge demos and concepts. Certificates will be earned by participants. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 21 + Feb. 18 + March 18 + April 22 + May 20 / 3:30-7:30 p.m. Ages: 12-16 |
Feb
24 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Feb
25 2023Science AcademyCadets are brought into the wonderful world of astronomy and given an exciting chance to explore gravity, simple machines, stars, spacecraft, meteors, the Earth-Moon system, asteroids and comets, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 7 + 14 + 28 Feb. 4 + 11 + 25 March 4 + 11 + 25 April 1 + 8 + 15 May 6 + 13 + 27 10 a.m.-noon / Ages 8-12 Ages: 8-12 |
Mar
3 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Mar
4 2023Science AcademyCadets are brought into the wonderful world of astronomy and given an exciting chance to explore gravity, simple machines, stars, spacecraft, meteors, the Earth-Moon system, asteroids and comets, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 7 + 14 + 28 Feb. 4 + 11 + 25 March 4 + 11 + 25 April 1 + 8 + 15 May 6 + 13 + 27 10 a.m.-noon / Ages 8-12 Ages: 8-12 |
Mar
10 2023The Edge of Night - WinterWhich stars are seen first? Are Mercury and Venus or the Moon out? Is that moving object a plane, a satellite or space debris? There is no other time like twilight. Bring it into your life! Ages: all ages |
Mar
10 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Mar
11 2023Science AcademyCadets are brought into the wonderful world of astronomy and given an exciting chance to explore gravity, simple machines, stars, spacecraft, meteors, the Earth-Moon system, asteroids and comets, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 7 + 14 + 28 Feb. 4 + 11 + 25 March 4 + 11 + 25 April 1 + 8 + 15 May 6 + 13 + 27 10 a.m.-noon / Ages 8-12 Ages: 8-12 |
Mar
17 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Mar
18 2023Solar ViewingHRPO staff shows the Sun via projection, filtered optical light and hydrogen-alpha. Patrons will see any sizable sunspots or flares. Jan. 21 + Feb. 18 + March 18 + May 20 / noon-2 p.m. Ages: all ages |
Mar
18 2023STEM ExpansionAdvanced demonstrations and topic extensions for an older teen crowd. Archived experiments, some not seen in over fifteen years, are joined with timely, cutting-edge demos and concepts. Certificates will be earned by participants. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 21 + Feb. 18 + March 18 + April 22 + May 20 / 3:30-7:30 p.m. Ages: 12-16 |
Mar
24 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Mar
25 2023Science AcademyCadets are brought into the wonderful world of astronomy and given an exciting chance to explore gravity, simple machines, stars, spacecraft, meteors, the Earth-Moon system, asteroids and comets, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 7 + 14 + 28 Feb. 4 + 11 + 25 March 4 + 11 + 25 April 1 + 8 + 15 May 6 + 13 + 27 10 a.m.-noon / Ages 8-12 Ages: 8-12 |
Mar
25 2023Plus NightGet something extra beyond standard viewing: sky tours, physical science demos, “birth” stars and a marshmallow roast. Each Plus Night has a unique theme, make sure to check out our website for theme details. Jan. 14 + Feb. 11 + March 25 + May 13 / 7-10 p.m. Ages: all ages |
Mar
31 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Apr
1 2023Science AcademyCadets are brought into the wonderful world of astronomy and given an exciting chance to explore gravity, simple machines, stars, spacecraft, meteors, the Earth-Moon system, asteroids and comets, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 7 + 14 + 28 Feb. 4 + 11 + 25 March 4 + 11 + 25 April 1 + 8 + 15 May 6 + 13 + 27 10 a.m.-noon / Ages 8-12 Ages: 8-12 |
Apr
7 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Apr
8 2023Science AcademyCadets are brought into the wonderful world of astronomy and given an exciting chance to explore gravity, simple machines, stars, spacecraft, meteors, the Earth-Moon system, asteroids and comets, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 7 + 14 + 28 Feb. 4 + 11 + 25 March 4 + 11 + 25 April 1 + 8 + 15 May 6 + 13 + 27 10 a.m.-noon / Ages 8-12 Ages: 8-12 |
Apr
14 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Apr
15 2023Science AcademyCadets are brought into the wonderful world of astronomy and given an exciting chance to explore gravity, simple machines, stars, spacecraft, meteors, the Earth-Moon system, asteroids and comets, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 7 + 14 + 28 Feb. 4 + 11 + 25 March 4 + 11 + 25 April 1 + 8 + 15 May 6 + 13 + 27 10 a.m.-noon / Ages 8-12 Ages: 8-12 |
Apr
21 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Apr
22 2023STEM ExpansionAdvanced demonstrations and topic extensions for an older teen crowd. Archived experiments, some not seen in over fifteen years, are joined with timely, cutting-edge demos and concepts. Certificates will be earned by participants. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 21 + Feb. 18 + March 18 + April 22 + May 20 / 3:30-7:30 p.m. Ages: 12-16 |
Apr
28 2023Start of Summer Night Hike and Campfire: ObservatoryJoin us on a Friday night for a great way to say hello to summer! The program will include a night hike to learn about local ecology and nocturnal animals and will include activities and games. And no Night Hike would we complete without some time around the campfire and a S’more! Come enjoy this great way to get the family out after the daytime heat. Preregistration is required and spaces are limited. Children must be registered and accompanied by a registered adult.Join us on a Friday night for a great way to say hello to summer! The program will include a night hike to learn about local ecology and nocturnal animals and will include activities and games. And no Night Hike would we complete without some time around the campfire and a S’more! Come enjoy this great way to get the family out after the daytime heat. Preregistration is required and spaces are limited. Children must be registered and accompanied by a registered adult. Ages: 6+ |
Apr
28 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Apr
29 2023International Astronomy DayThe largest and best IAD celebration is within a day’s driving distance of Baton Rouge. Music, games, food, demonstrations, rides, exhibitors, and sky viewings. Ages: all ages |
May
5 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
May
6 2023Science AcademyCadets are brought into the wonderful world of astronomy and given an exciting chance to explore gravity, simple machines, stars, spacecraft, meteors, the Earth-Moon system, asteroids and comets, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 7 + 14 + 28 Feb. 4 + 11 + 25 March 4 + 11 + 25 April 1 + 8 + 15 May 6 + 13 + 27 10 a.m.-noon / Ages 8-12 Ages: 8-12 |
May
12 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
May
13 2023Science AcademyCadets are brought into the wonderful world of astronomy and given an exciting chance to explore gravity, simple machines, stars, spacecraft, meteors, the Earth-Moon system, asteroids and comets, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 7 + 14 + 28 Feb. 4 + 11 + 25 March 4 + 11 + 25 April 1 + 8 + 15 May 6 + 13 + 27 10 a.m.-noon / Ages 8-12 Ages: 8-12 |
May
13 2023Plus NightGet something extra beyond standard viewing: sky tours, physical science demos, “birth” stars and a marshmallow roast. Each Plus Night has a unique theme, make sure to check out our website for theme details. Jan. 14 + Feb. 11 + March 25 + May 13 / 7-10 p.m. Ages: all ages |
May
19 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
May
20 2023Solar ViewingHRPO staff shows the Sun via projection, filtered optical light and hydrogen-alpha. Patrons will see any sizable sunspots or flares. Jan. 21 + Feb. 18 + March 18 + May 20 / noon-2 p.m. Ages: all ages |
May
20 2023STEM ExpansionAdvanced demonstrations and topic extensions for an older teen crowd. Archived experiments, some not seen in over fifteen years, are joined with timely, cutting-edge demos and concepts. Certificates will be earned by participants. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 21 + Feb. 18 + March 18 + April 22 + May 20 / 3:30-7:30 p.m. Ages: 12-16 |
May
26 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
May
27 2023Science AcademyCadets are brought into the wonderful world of astronomy and given an exciting chance to explore gravity, simple machines, stars, spacecraft, meteors, the Earth-Moon system, asteroids and comets, and the electromagnetic spectrum. Registration closes the Friday before each class. Jan. 7 + 14 + 28 Feb. 4 + 11 + 25 March 4 + 11 + 25 April 1 + 8 + 15 May 6 + 13 + 27 10 a.m.-noon / Ages 8-12 Ages: 8-12 |
Jun
2 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Jun
9 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Jun
16 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Jun
23 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Jun
30 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Jul
7 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Jul
14 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Jul
21 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Jul
28 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Aug
4 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Aug
11 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Aug
18 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Aug
25 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Sep
1 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Sep
8 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Sep
15 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Sep
22 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Sep
29 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Oct
6 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Oct
13 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Oct
20 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Oct
27 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Nov
3 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Nov
10 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Nov
17 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Nov
24 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Dec
1 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Dec
8 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Dec
15 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Dec
22 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |
Dec
29 2023Friday Night Lecture SeriesFor twenty-five years this program has given patrons histories and possible futures. Skygazing tips, physics phenomena, space programs and famous events are covered. Fridays / 7:30-8:30 p.m. Ages: 14+ |