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NRF|SAAO Cape Town Open Night

South African Astronomical ObservatoryRef: https://www.saao.ac.za/event/nrfsaao-cape-town-open-night-38/

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What this means

This document is an events listing for the NRF|SAAO Cape Town Open Night at the South African Astronomical Observatory. It states that Open Nights are held on the second and fourth Saturday of every month, with an astronomy presentation followed by a guided tour (including the library, museum, and the 120-year-old McClean Telescope) and stargazing if weather permits. The specific event listed is on 8 August from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm, with gates opening at 7:30 pm, and free entry for children aged 6 and under. Bookings enquiries are provided via cptbookings@saao.ac.za and +27 21 447 0025.

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City of Cape Town, Western Cape

Reference

https://www.saao.ac.za/event/nrfsaao-cape-town-open-night-38/

Key Takeaways

Event: NRF|SAAO Cape Town Open Night
Date: August 8
Time: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Gates open: 7:30 PM
Schedule: second and fourth Saturday of every month
Programme: presentation + guided tour (library, museum, 120-year-old McClean Telescope) + stargazing if weather permits
Free entry: children aged 6 and under
Bookings contact: cptbookings@saao.ac.za
Phone: +27 21 447 0025
Venue: Cape Town Observatory Rd, Observatory, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
NRF
SAAO (South African Astronomical Observatory)
McClean Telescope