Moon Party at the County Museum

It is time to “moon party” at the San Bernardino County Museum on Saturday, April 9 where members of the San Bernardino Valley Amateur Astronomers will be setting up their telescopes for the public to view the waxing crescent moon and Saturn. Starting at 8pm, this event is free to the public.

            “The moon will reveal lots of awesome detail along the terminator, or shadow line,” said Chris Clarke, program coordinator for the San Bernardino Valley Amateur Astronomers. “Craters, mountains, and other fascinating features will appear three-dimensional because of the cast shadow effect. Saturn’s rings will also appear tipped open (more than they were last year), giving it a more three-dimensional appearance as well.”

            Several sizes and types of telescopes will be set up by club members, ranging from refractors to reflectors to ‘compound’ optics. This is a wonderful opportunity for the public to see the two most visually stunning objects through a variety of telescopes.

            The San Bernardino County Museum is at the California Street exit from Interstate 10 in Redlands. Parking is free. For more information, visit www.sbcountymuseum.org. The San Bernardino County Museum is accessible to persons with disabilities. If assistive listening devices or other auxiliary aids are needed in order to participate in museum exhibits or programs, request should be made through Museum Visitors Services at least three business days prior to your visit. Visitor Services’ telephone number is (909) 307-2669 ext. 229 or TDD (909) 792-1462.