Across North Carolina, observatories, planetariums, and astronomy clubs teach us about the science, history, and lore of our night sky.
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OS Knows Best: Stargazing
Find out what three astronomy experts have to say about using star charts and telescopes, their favorite places in North Carolina to stargaze, and the most amazing things they’ve ever seen in the night sky.
The Morehead Planetarium’s Orrery Is Gone but Not Forgotten
Once upon a time, before CGI and interactive video screens, you could step into the vastness of space at the Morehead Planetarium in Chapel Hill and watch moons orbit planets and planets circle the sun.
Ramblin’ Man: Studying North Carolina’s Starry Winter Sky
December’s night sky puts on a show, whether you can identify what you’re seeing — or just like the pretty lights.
