Cambridge Explores the Universe 2026

When:
Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 12:00p -
4:00p

Where:
Center for Astrophysics
60 Garden St
Cambridge, MA 02138

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Admission:
FREE

Categories:
Festivals & Fairs, Good for Groups, Kid Friendly, University

Event website:
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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 & 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. 


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:


Chat with our astronomers and astrophysicists across the observatory on topics such as black holes, the Sun, air pollution, exoplanets, and more. 


You don’t want to miss this “out of this world” experience! 


Register for free here!


About the Center for Astrophysics:

The Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & 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 & Smithsonian welcomes visitors of all ages and abilities.



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