Cambridge Explores the Universe 2026

RESCHEDULED DUE TO WEATHER: NEW DATE OCTOBER 17TH Do you wonder how astronomers and astrophysicists unravel the mysteries of our universe? Now’s your chance to find out! The Center for Astrophysics | Harvard &amp; Smithsonian is excited to announce that their annual FREE family-friendly open house, Cambridge Explores the Universe, is back on Saturday September 26th from 12 to 4 pm.&nbsp; Come dive into our latest discoveries from across the Universe! Visitors to this family-friendly open house can enjoy hands-on exploration stations and opportunities to ask our scientists all of your burning questions about space. There will be activities such as: <ul><li>Solar observing</li><li>Taking telescope images with robotic telescopes</li><li>Celestial Navigation</li><li>Behind the scenes telescope tours</li><li>Gravity well</li><li>And much much more!</li></ul>Chat with our astronomers and astrophysicists across the observatory on topics such as black holes, the Sun, air pollution, exoplanets, and more.&nbsp; You don’t want to miss this “out of this world” experience!&nbsp; <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cambridge-explores-the-universe-2026-tickets-1998365000511?aff=oddtdtcreator">Register for free here</a>! About the Center for Astrophysics: The Center for Astrophysics | Harvard &amp; Smithsonian is a collaboration between Harvard and Smithsonian designed to ask — and ultimately answer — humanity’s greatest unresolved questions about the nature of the universe. Founded in 1973, the CfA has sought to foster innovation and propel discovery across the universe. Today, CfA is the largest astronomy organization in the world. The CfA is dedicated to exploring, understanding and sharing the wonder of the universe with all who look up at the night sky and ask: What’s out there? Some activities and behind-the-scenes access have limited capacity. The Center for Astrophysics | Harvard &amp; Smithsonian welcomes visitors of all ages and abilities.

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