AZ Challenger Stargazing

"The Challenger Center mission is right on target when it comes to inspiring our young people to reach for the stars in math and science."

Tom Ambrose
Phoenix Suns

"Challenger was without a doubt the best science experience for the students."

Victoria Day
8th grade Science Teacher

"My preschool class attended a field trip to your Center. I would like to thank you for such a great experience. My students had a wonderful time and 'Ms. Barb' had a great presentation that was geared for the younger student. Your facility is one of the few that offers educational opportunities for the very young. Thank you for your foresight!"

Jean Schubert
Santa Fe Elementary School, Peoria

"I just wanted to take a minute and say how pleased I was with how the mission went. Thanks to the crew at Mission Control, and to the Challenger for an educational experience closely related to our state standards and district curriculum."

Mike Holder
Science Department
Ironwood High School

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Family STAR Nights

Telescope viewing will be available as weather permits. Other activities inside such as telescope demonstrations, Scout Corner, night sky folklore and family activities will go on rain or shine.

Upcoming Dates:

January 26, 2013 > CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

February 9, 2013 > "The February Sky"

February 23, 2013 > "The Orion Nebula"

March 9, 2013 > "The March Sky"

March 23, 2013 > "The Equinox and the Solstice"

May 18, 2013 > "Deep Space Objects"

June 22, 2013 > "The June Sky

On select weekends, Challenger Space Center hosts an entertaining and interactive astronomy night that is fun for the whole family.

Family STAR Night Activities: 6:30 - 9 p.m.

The doors open at 6:30pm for fun hands-on activities, a simulated launch into space and our new "Scout Corner". At approximately 7:30pm, professional stargazer Tony LaConte gives an amazing interactive slide presentation on constellations, planets and upcoming sky events. Included are stories of the night sky, featuring folklore from many different cultures.

"Scout Corner" will take place after the presentation. Weather permitting; attendees will have the opportunity to look through several different high-powered telescopes at the moon, planets, star clusters and more.

Scout Groups: please call 623.322.2001 at least one week ahead to reserve Scout Activity Packets for your group. This program addresses many of the Merit Badge, Belt Loop and Education Pin requirements for Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts.

Family STAR Night Event Cost:

$7 Per Person / $15 per Scout (includes packet & patch)
Children 3 & under free
Challenger members 25% off

Presented by Tony LaConte of Stargazing For Everyone

The Challenger Space Center will provide special accommodations for disabled individuals, including sign language interpreters, with advance notice of at least five days prior to attending the Challenger Space Center programs.

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