We will be closed Saturday, July 4th WelcomeThe Custer Institute and Observatory is Long Island's oldest public observatory (est.1927). Open to the public every Saturday evening from dusk until midnight, our staff ofvolunteers will give you a tour of the facilities and the night sky through our powerfultelescopes. Custer has a library, museum, and giftshop. Frequent lectures, classes,concerts, art exhibits and other special events. Consider our observatory for your nextmeeting or theme party. |
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BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
The Custer Institute is a 501(c)(3) N.Y. State educational nonprofit that operatesexclusively on public support (proceeds from events, dues, and small donations); it hasno endowment. It is staffed by volunteers dedicated to advancing Custer's educational andresearch goals, and its service to the community. In addition to the reward of supportinga unique organization such as Custer, Members also enjoy the following: Emailsubscription to our newsletter, library privileges; discounts on classes, lectures, andother events; invitations to members-only events; voting privileges; access to thefacilities; special training programs; opportunity to become an Observatory Staff Member.Annual Dues: $45 Individual; $60 Family; $25 Senior/Student; $100 Sponsor; $500 Patron;$1000 Corp. Sponsor.
Upcoming Events at Custer
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
- Sat., July 18, 7PM. Concert: Celan String Quartet performing Beethoven, Schostakowitsch, Arvo Part, & more..
- Sat., July 18, 7PM Concert: Celan String Quartet performing selections from Beethoven, Schostakowitsch, Arvo Part, and more..
- July 18-19, 8AM-8AM The Great South Bay Amateur Radio Club Event at Custer! A 24-hour marathon!
- Fri., Aug. 7 Astronomical League 2009 Conference: BBQ, & Star Party at Custer (in collaboration with AOS)
- Sat., Aug 22, 7PM Concert: Becca Hasselbrook and guest artist
- Sat., Aug. 29 Messier Marathon
- Sat., Sept. 26 Custer's 31st Annual Astronomy Jamboree
- Sat., Oct 3, 8PM Concert: String Trio with Wendy Fogel
- Sat., Oct 17, 5-7PM Concert and Storytelling by Johnny Cuomo
- Sat., Nov. 21, 8PM Performance: Sol y Sombra, this show is entitled "La Guitarra," traditional Spanish guitar and costumed dancers
- Sat., Dec. 5 Holiday Party and Concert
- Thurs., Dec. 31 New Year's Eve Under the Stars
- Last Fridays Members' Night
See our events for a more complete listing.
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Updated 07.02.09