Custer Institute

7-9 pm

STARGAZING AND HOT CHOCOLATE AT DOWNS FARM PRESERVE.

Join Group for the East End and Custer Institute for stargazing and hot chocolate at Downs Farm Preserve in Cutchogue. Downs Farm Preserve is a National Historic Landmark and the site of Fort Corchaug, a Native American settlement established in the mid-17th century. Its 51 acres of scenic woodlands and tidal wetlands along the shores of Downs Creek allow visitors the opportunity to experience the natural beauty of the North Fork, including the North Fork's dark skies.

Catch a glimpse of nebulae, galaxies and other deep sky objects visible this season in a guided tour of the night sky using powerful telescopes. In addition to learning about our universe, hear about the amazing local wildlife that we share our night skies with and how we can help protect them. Learn more about light pollution and how you can help protect our night sky for years to come. From owls to bats to moths, the night comes alive!

Custer Institute and Observatory is Long Island’s oldest public observatory (est. 1927), located on Main Bayview Rd in Southold, beneath some of Long Island's darkest skies. Group for the East End is a local environmental organization focused on education, advocacy and conservation of Long Island’s East End.

This is a family friendly event and weather dependent. Please dress weather appropriately.

NO RESTROOM AVAILABLE ON SITE

Steve has been recognized for the discovery of the Clair Obscure effect "Lunar L", which is described in the December 2018 issue of Astronomy magazine. He is also an assistant adjunct professor of astronomy and physics at Suffolk County Community College and the Astronomy Education and Outreach Coordinator at Custer Institute and Observatory.

To learn more about these two organizations visit custerobservatory.org and groupfortheeastend.org.

4:30 pm

Custer Board Meeting.

Noon - 4pm

Southold Town's second annual Winterfest is right around the corner! From 12:00pm - 4:00pm join Custer Observatory staff for solar observing (weather permitting) at our booth in Silversmith's Corner (across from IGA), and later that evening, Custer Observatory's facility will be open to the public for stargazing beginning at 5pm until midnight. Staff will provide guided tours of the night sky through the powerful telescopes (weather permitting). Additionally, tours of the facility and exhibits will be offered periodically throughout the night (regardless of weather).

Suggested Donation for observatory tours/stargazing: $5 Adults, $3 Children under 12. Registration not required.

4:30 pm

Custer Board Meeting.

4:30 pm

Custer Board Meeting.

4:30 pm

Custer Board Meeting.