Astronomy Day has Concluded

Thank you to everyone who attended Astronomy Day this year! We appreciate your participation in this event dedicated to discovery, learning, and the love of astronomy. Your support inspires us to keep sharing the fun of this hobby. Hope to see you next year!

Photos are posted below.

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Astronomy Day 2025 photos.

Take a look at moments from the evening — speakers, exhibits, and the community that made it all come together.

We’re glad you could join us for an evening of talks, demos, and discoveries. Whether you’re new to astronomy or a lifelong enthusiast, we hope you left with something new to think about.

See you next year! 🌌

People examining a meteorite display at an exhibit. A wooden box with holes is on the table, and informational posters are visible in the background. One poster reads about a real meteorite and invites people to reach in and pick it up. Attendees inc
A science fair or educational event inside a building with large windows, featuring multiple people at tables with displays and informational posters. A man and woman are sitting behind a table with a scientific demonstration or exhibit involving a w
A group of people gathered around a small telescope indoors. A girl with braided hair is looking through the telescope while another young girl and a man wearing a beige cap watch. There are chairs and colorful posters on the wall in the background.
Three people talking near telescopes inside a room with a restaurant and promotional sign visible in the background.
People at a science or tech exhibition discussing equipment on display tables indoors, with telescopes and gadgets present.
Two men observing a scientific or engineering apparatus on a table indoors, with a sign "GoForward" in the background.
A group of people standing near a display table inside a building hallway. The table has a board titled 'Northwest Suburban Astronomers' showing images of celestial objects. The man in a blue shirt is talking to two women, one in a white jacket and a
People interacting at a library information booth, featuring a girl in a purple jacket, a man in a leather jacket, a young girl in a purple coat, a boy in a black jacket, and a man in a hat. Background displays library services and a sign for Z 102 C
Classroom with students and teacher, engaging in activities at tables, equipped with educational materials and posters.
A woman in a classroom showing a constellation model to students. The room has cabinets, a periodic table on the wall, and educational materials on the tables.
A woman and a child engaging in a craft activity at a table, with art materials and a smartphone visible. The background shows a classroom setting with other children and tables.
A classroom setting at Harper College with attendees seated facing two projection screens displaying Mars reference maps. A presenter stands at the front near a podium wearing a mask.
Lecturer speaking about "Problems with the Big Bang" at Harper College with audience seated in a classroom.
Two men and a child looking at a photo album on a table. The child has face paint and the table has drinks and a phone.
A lecture hall with a presenter discussing Jupiter's icy moons on dual projection screens. The room is equipped with a periodic table poster, desks, and attendees seated attentively.
A group of people interacting at an informational table with documents and binders spread out. One person is smiling and engaging in conversation, while others are holding papers and looking at materials. The setting appears to be an indoor event or
Children and adults participating in a space-themed activity at a table with colorful markers, postcards, and an NSS display promoting partnership with Blue Origin.
A child, woman, and older man standing beside a blue telescope indoors near large windows.
A group of people indoors, one looking through a telescope held by another, surrounded by chairs and posters.
People attending an educational exhibit in a library, with tables displaying astronomy materials, photos of space, and informational pamphlets.
Three people standing in a hallway, looking at a poster on an easel next to a door labeled "Lecture Hall Z102."
People attending event in Schneider Electric Solarium, interacting with exhibits.
People interacting at a table with brochures and documents in a bright indoor setting.
A group of people at a science fair or exhibition, observing a computer screen and display board with scientific information and images. The event takes place indoors with natural lighting.
Classroom with a lecturer presenting a slideshow on aurora colors to an audience.
A classroom filled with people seated at desks listening to a lecture. The lecturer stands at the front near two projected images of a rock. A periodic table is displayed on the wall.
Man giving lecture to a classroom at Harper College
A speaker presenting at a college lecture room in front of a periodic table and two projection screens displaying a presentation about a JWST instrument, MIRI. The audience is seated, viewing the slides which mention 'Mid-InfraRed Instrument' and its

Astronomy Day has a lot to Offer!

Presentations on a wide variety of topics will be available for attendees, allowing participants to dive deep into fascinating subjects. Additionally, you can explore several informative booths that will showcase different astronomy topics, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of the universe and how it's captured and studied.

A classroom at Harper College with a lecture in progress, featuring a presenter speaking about a Near-Earth Asteroid Census while an audience of seated attendees listen and view slides on dual overhead screens. The periodic table of elements is displayed on a wall.

Presentations & Kids activities

Presentations will cover a range of fascinating subjects. Kids activities will also be available.

Group of people at a registration desk in a modern building with signs and a large "Avante" banner.

Booths

Astronomy booths on different topics, showing off telescope systems allowing you to see and talk with local astronomers about them.

Starry sky with dense Milky Way galaxy

Observing

Weather permitting, observing of the night sky will be available. You be able to see live telescopes to see planets, stars, and more.