The Southeast Ohio History Center, in collaboration with the Ohio University Department of Physics and Astronomy, and local star gazing enthusiasts will host an International Observe the Moon event on the sidewalk in front of the History Center on West State Street on Saturday evening, September 19th.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has promoted International Observe the Moon Night since 2010. NASA says everyone on Earth is invited to participate and learn about lunar science, observe craters on the lunar surface, and make a bit of a personal connection to the Moon.

A first quarter Moon offers excellent viewing opportunities along the terminator (the line between night and day), where shadows enhance the Moon’s cratered landscape.

The Moon, in an early gibbous phase, should offer excellent viewing opportunities along the terminator (the line between night and day) where shadows enhance the Moon’s cratered landscape. Learn about the crater on the Moon’s surface that was named after the son of an Irish immigrant born near Tuppers Plains in Meigs County, Ohio.

Telescopes and viewing instruments will be set up in front of the History Center at 24 West State Street in Athens from 5 – 10pm weather permitting. Overcast skies and rain will result in a cancellation of the event.

For more information about this International Observe the Moon Night event contact the Southeast Ohio History Center at 740-592-2280 or visit www.southeastohiohistory.org.