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Spring Star Party (02/16)

The UIS Astronomy-Physics program will host a Star Party the UIS Campus Observatory on February 16, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Right now the weather forecast for Friday is marginal. If we have clouds or accumulated snow we will cancel. We will wait until this afternoon to decide. If we cancel, notice will be posted no later than 6 pm on Dr. Martin’s Instagram and as a phone message at 217/206-8342.

Spring Star Parties

Spring Star Party Events in 2024

This is the page for Star Parties held once a month at the Campus Observatory during the spring semester.

We are not taking reservations for Spring Star Parties. Walk-ups will be admitted on a first come first serve basis.

The dates for Spring Star parties in 2024 are: