Grants, NM—El Malpais National Monument will host an evening of science and stargazing at the El Malpais National Monument Visitor Center on Friday, April 19, 2024, from 6:30-9:00pm.
Joining us from the Albuquerque Astronomical Society is Derek Wallentinsen. Derek is an astronomer and a retired National Park Service Ranger. Presently he is continuing to use his talents in astronomy interpretation, education, outreach, and dark-sky preservation. His roles include Astronomer in Residence at Petrified Forest National Park, Astronomy in Chile Educator Ambassador, NASA Eclipse Ambassador, and NASA Solar System Ambassador. His 45-minute presentation will be followed by a star tour and viewing through telescopes, (weather permitting).
This free program begins at 6:30 pm inside the Visitor Center located at 1900 East Santa Fe Avenue in Grants, N.M. Telescope viewing will follow at 7:30 pm. Bring plenty of warm layers for the outside portion of the event.
For more information, contact the El Malpais Visitor Center at 505-876-2783 or visit www.nps.gov/elma. Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/elmalpaisnps.