The Green Bank Telescope is turning 25!

Join us for an action-packed day of free tours, talks, family activities, and rocket launching as we celebrate 25 years of amazing discoveries with the world’s largest fully-steerable radio telescope.

• Sunday, September 7th, 10:30-3:30 PM
• Green Bank Science Center
• FREE!
• Rocket building with the Valley AeroSpace Team will be available until 2PM; launching begins at 2:30
• Check back for a detailed schedule of talks and activities as we get closer to the event

Register in advance and receive a voucher when you check-in for 25% off one item in the galaxy giftshop; valid in-store for the day of the event only, cannot be combined with other offers. 

New this year! 

Make a weekend of it and join us Saturday evening, September 6th, for a hands-on Telescope Workshop and Full Moon Viewing Party. Camping will be available onsite for those who wish to stay over (pricing and registration details coming soon), or check out our local Visitors Bureau for lodging in the area.