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Great Smoky Mountains National Park, in cooperation with the Smoky Mountains Astronomical Society, will offer a stargazing program in Cades Cove on Saturday, September 23, 2017 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Experienced astronomers and numerous telescopes will be on hand to provide a discovery of the spring sky’s position of stars, galaxies, and constellations, including the Milky Way. In case of ...

WonderWorks in Pigeon Forge plans a temporary exhibit that is out of this world, and everyone is invited to blast off with it. The indoor park that combines amusement and educational opportunities is hosting a NASA Journey to Mars exhibit from October 5-8, 2017 that will focus on the amazing world of science and the planets. The exhibit will feature ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced event plans for the Great American Eclipse occurring on Monday, Aug. 21, 2017. The park is offering an opportunity to experience the total eclipse through a special, ticketed event at Clingmans Dome as well as informal eclipse viewing sites at Cades Cove and Oconaluftee. The park is partnering with NASA, Southwestern Community College, ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park in cooperation with the Astronomy Club of Asheville, will host a stargazing event on Friday, Oct. 2, 2015 at Purchase Knob, home to the Appalachian Highlands Science Learning Center. The Astronomy Club of Asheville will lead an exploration of the night sky at this high elevation site with a 260-degree, unobstructed view of the sky. ...