Stargazing Extravaganza: Night Sky Festival in Shenandoah National Park

Shenandoah National Park in Virginia will be hosting the Night Sky Festival from August 11 to August 13, featuring speakers from NASA, including veteran astronaut Tom Jones. Activities will include stargazing, constellation tours, and presentations on various celestial topics. Amateur astronomers will also host a "Telescope Party" to view stars and the Perseid meteor shower. Attendees can also enjoy presentations on topics such as asteroid defense and making art in the dark.