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SUMMARY:Astronomy League and Museum Host Public Star Party

DESCRIPTION:Astronomy League and Museum Host Public Star Party\nLocation: NMMSH Outdoor Observatory\, Upper Parking Lot\nDate: Saturday\, March 14\, 2026\nTime:  7:00 PM – 10:00 PM \n(ALAMOGORDO\, NM) – The New Mexico Museum of Space History invites the public to the next Astronomy League Star Party\, an evening dedicated to exploring the wonders of the night sky. \nThe Star Party begins a with a Constellation Show inside the New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\, followed by telescope viewing at the Museum’s Observatory Complex\, located in the Upper Parking Lot. \nVisitors can observe celestial objects through a variety of telescopes\, watch live big-screen imaging\, and talk with astronomers and astrophotographers about observing techniques and image stacking — the process of combining photos to reveal the beauty of deep-sky objects such as galaxies\, nebulae\, and star clusters. \nParking is available in the middle lot\, with ADA-accessible spaces at the Hubbard Building. Restrooms will be open before and during the planetarium show. \nThis family-friendly event is free and open to the public. In the event of cloudy or inclement weather\, all programming will take place inside the New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium. \nFor more information\, email msh.info@dca.nm.gov or visit our website at www.nmspacemuseum.org
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/astronomy-league-and-museum-host-public-star-party/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nighttime Events
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SUMMARY:New Mexico Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:New Mexico Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League Monthly Meeting\nLocation: Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center\nDate: Thursday\, April 9\, 2026\nTime: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM \nNew Mexico Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League Monthly Meetings Welcome Stargazers of All Levels \n(ALAMOGORDO\, NM) – The New Mexico Museum of Space History’s Astronomy League invites everyone with an interest in the night sky to its monthly meeting\, held the second Tuesday of each month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM in the front classroom of the New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium. \nThese sessions bring together amateur and experienced astronomers for engaging discussions\, presentations about current celestial events\, hands-on observing tips\, and opportunities for learning and networking. Anyone interested in astronomy is welcome to attend — no experience necessary. \nAttendees are also invited to consider joining the Astronomy League. Membership offers a chance to take part in special observing programs\, earn observing certifications\, meet fellow astronomy enthusiasts regionally and nationally\, and gain access to resources that deepen the stargazing experience. \nAll Astronomy League meetings are free and open to the public. For details about upcoming meetings and other astronomy events\, visit www.nmspacemuseum.org or follow the Museum on Facebook for updates.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/new-mexico-museum-of-space-historys-astronomy-league-monthly-meeting-2026-04/
LOCATION:Clyde W. Tombaugh Education Center\, 3198 State Route 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events,Nighttime Events
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SUMMARY:Astronomy League and Museum Host Public Star Party

DESCRIPTION:Astronomy League and Museum Host Public Star Party\nLocation: NMMSH Outdoor Observatory\, Upper Parking Lot\nDate: Saturday\, April 11\, 2026\nTime:  8:00 PM – 10:00 PM \n(ALAMOGORDO\, NM) – The New Mexico Museum of Space History invites the public to the next Astronomy League Star Party\, an evening dedicated to exploring the wonders of the night sky. \nThe Star Party begins a with a Constellation Show inside the New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium\, followed by telescope viewing at the Museum’s Observatory Complex\, located in the Upper Parking Lot. \nVisitors can observe celestial objects through a variety of telescopes\, watch live big-screen imaging\, and talk with astronomers and astrophotographers about observing techniques and image stacking — the process of combining photos to reveal the beauty of deep-sky objects such as galaxies\, nebulae\, and star clusters. \nParking is available in the middle lot\, with ADA-accessible spaces at the Hubbard Building. Restrooms will be open before and during the planetarium show. \nThis family-friendly event is free and open to the public. In the event of cloudy or inclement weather\, all programming will take place inside the New Horizons Dome Theater and Planetarium. \nFor more information\, email msh.info@dca.nm.gov or visit our website at www.nmspacemuseum.org
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/astronomy-league-and-museum-host-public-star-party-2026-04/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nighttime Events
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SUMMARY:Celebrate America’s 250th at the Museum of Space History!
DESCRIPTION:Museum Members Get Front Row Seats!\nAlamogordo\, New Mexico – The International Space Hall of Fame Foundation is pleased to announce that the City of Alamogordo’s July 4th fireworks show returns to the New Mexico Museum of Space History grounds\, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States and kicking off the 50th anniversary of the museum. \n“In 1978\, city leaders and Museum of Space History founders started the tradition of hosting the city’s annual July 4th fireworks show on the grounds of the museum and we are delighted that this long-standing partnership continues in 2026\,” said ISHFF President Johnny Powell. “The City’s fireworks show for America’s 250th shows their commitment to our community and to celebrating our country’s anniversary\,” he added. \nThe museum grounds provide a prime viewing location for the show and it is expected to be visible throughout the city. Museum members have the exclusive opportunity of viewing the fireworks from the grounds of the museum and tailgating is back! As an added bonus\, the Museum of Space History will be open that evening from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm\, allowing members to see new exhibits and those that will be leaving soon. \nMuseum members simply show their membership card at the gate and are granted access to the grounds. Members can bring as many guests as fit in their car. Each vehicle will get two parking spaces\, one for the car and one for the tailgate. Charcoal or woodfired grills are not allowed for safety reasons. Pets\, other than service animals\, are not allowed. Alcohol is not allowed. The gates will open at 6:00 pm for members\, with onsite registration available. Renewing or purchasing a membership is as easy as logging on to www.spacehalloffame.org or visiting the Space Hall of Fame gift shop inside the museum. \nChoreographed music for the show will be provided by Burt Broadcasting on KZZX 105.3 FM. Burt Broadcasting has been broadcasting music for the show for more than 25 years. \nAs in past years\, Space Hall of Fame Foundation staff will handle entry to the grounds at the bottom of Highway 2001. The gates to the grounds will open for entry at 6:00 pm and close at 8:00 pm. Highway 2001 will be closed shortly after that as preparations for the evening’s program are finished. \nThe International Space Hall of Fame Foundation (ISHFF) is a 501(c)3\, non-profit corporation whose purpose is to receive and administer funds for scientific\, educational\, and charitable purposes including providing philanthropic support to the New Mexico Museum of Space History and its programs. As part of its ongoing commitment to the community\, the ISHFF constantly seeks new avenues to fulfill its purpose such as becoming the program administrator for STARBASE Holloman. \nFor more information about the ISHFF\, visit spacehalloffame.org. \nFor more information about the New Mexico Museum of Space History\, visit nmspacemuseum.org.
URL:https://nmspacemuseum.org/event/july-4th-drive-in/
LOCATION:New Mexico Museum of Space History\, 3198 State Rd. 2001\, Alamogordo\, NM\, 88310\, United States
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