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Open House at the Student Observatory Fall 2026

Open House at the Student Observatory Fall 2026 is on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Stadium Drive Parking Garage in Lincoln, NE. Free to attend.

When

Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Where

Stadium Drive Parking Garage

Cost

Free

Public open house to view stars, planets and the moon through campus telescopes; events may be canceled for cloudy weather. Check online before heading out.

Event details

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