Analemma Society
Space for Everyone
The Analemma Society brings astronomy to the community — free public stargazing, guided night-sky tours, and educational programs at the Roll-Top Observatory in Observatory Park at Turner Farm Park. Whether you've never looked through a telescope or you track every meteor shower on the calendar, there's a place for you here.
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Location: Observatory Park · Turner Farm Park, Great Falls, VA · View on map
Details subject to change — always confirm with the current FCPA Parktakes schedule before you go.
September 2026
Mon, September 14
7:30 PM
Introduction to Telescopes - Taught by AS Instructors
Details & Registration
Fri, September 18
7:00 PM
Updated Information
AS Sponsored Night Sky Viewing
This evening program will highlight the unique viewing opportunities at Observatory Park at Turner Farm. Explore the special sights appearing in the night sky this month, take part in solar system walks, and enjoy dark sky education. This public viewing event is free, but registration is required to secure your spot under the stars.
Sat, September 19
New Event
International Observe the Moon Night
You're invited! Observe the Moon with NASA. Each year, observers around the world come together to celebrate Earth's Moon through direct observations, hands-on activities, lunar-themed music, artwork, readings, and more.
Mon, September 21
7:30 PM
Rainbows, Haloes & Glories - Taught by AS Instructors
Details & Registration
Mon, September 28
7:30 PM
Pluto - Planet or Something Else? - Taught by AS Instructors
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October 2026
Mon, October 12
1:00 PM
The Strange Shape of Sundials - Taught by AS Instructors
Details & Registration
Mon, October 19
7:30 PM
Telescope Observing for Beginners - Taught by AS Instructors
Details & Registration
Fri, October 23
7:00 PM
Updated Information
AS Sponsored Night Sky Viewing
This evening program will highlight the unique viewing opportunities at Observatory Park at Turner Farm. Explore the special sights appearing in the night sky this month, take part in solar system walks, and enjoy dark sky education. This public viewing event is free, but registration is required to secure your spot under the stars.
Mon, October 26
7:30 PM
Meteorites - Exploring Visitors from Space - Taught by AS Instructors
Details & Registration
November 2026
Mon, November 2
7:30 PM
Origin of our Universe - The Big Bang 8+ - Taught by AS Instructors
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Fri, November 6
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Scouts Love the Stars - Astronomy Badge Workshop
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Mon, November 9
7:30 PM
Stargazing with Binoculars - Taught by AS Instructors
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Mon, November 23
7:30 PM
Introduction to Telescopes - Taught by AS Instructors
Details & Registration
Mon, November 30
7:30 PM
Nebulas, Star Clusters & Galaxies, Oh My! - Taught by AS Instructors
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More Coming Soon
Each event above links out to its official Parktakes registration page. Membership details and our photo gallery will live here once the full site launches. Questions in the meantime? Reach out below.
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