Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History

*** Cancelled by weather forecast *** Monthly Public Star Party at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History See the wonders of the night sky through telescopes set up by the Astronomical Unit, the amateur astronomy club sponsored by the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. Star parties are held on the second Saturday of

Sat, Feb 10 / 7:00–10:00 PM Museum | Palmer Observatory The Palmer Observatory will open its doors and its roof to share a remarkable view of the wonders of the night sky through our state-of-the-art 20-inch telescope. Join Museum Astronomy Programs staff and members of the Santa Barbara Astronomical Unit for an evening of craters on the Moon, nebulas, galaxies, and more.

Fri, Feb 2 / 7:30–9:00 PM Museum | Fleischmann Auditorium Learn about the historic and scientific significance of the Mount Wilson Observatory during a free talk presented by the Santa Barbara Astronomical Unit. Hear the story from Tim Thompson, a longstanding member of the astronomical community, volunteer at Mount Wilson since 1981, and science advisor for the Mount Wilson Institute's