Astronomy

A park ranger assists a child looking through a large telescope

Peer into the mysteries of the heavens with these astronomy programs at Parks! We'll help you uncover the wonders of the universe from a park near you.

Astronomy Events

Monday, November 11, 2019

Nov11

Astronomy: Mercury Transits the Sun

at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx

10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Learn how to use a Solar Telescope and view a rare celestial event when Mercury transits the sun for the first time since 2016.
Free!

Saturday, November 16, 2019

Nov16

Astronomy: The Night Sky

at Arthur Kill Road and Brookfield Avenue (in Brookfield Park), Staten Island

6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Night Sky programs highlight the history and folklore of the solar system, using the naked eye to locate stars and planets.
Free!