Being Savvy: Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers and kids in Seattle, WA

Find out more about:

Archives

Moongazing

Yes, it is possible to star gaze in Seattle

by Angie McDonald

July 20, 2009

Living in a city with as much light (and as many clouds) as Seattle, star gazing may not be on your radar as something to do with the kids. But it is possible to have a fun, educational outing staring up into the nighttime heavens here in the heart of the Pacific Northwest.

Turns out the University of Washington boasts the Theodor Jacobsen Observatory, (and a planetarium) where public viewing is available for the rest of the summer and into early fall.

The Eastside Astronomical Society hosts a family-friendly event one night every other month during which telescopes are set up and shared with anyone interested in taking a look.

The Pacific Science Center has some great information about urban star gazing on their website, including ideas on how to escape the city's light pollution in order to see more of what's Up.

If you can't keep your little one up late enough to view the stars this summer, check out NASA's cute Space Place website, with space-related activities for kids.

 Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in seattle

urbanjungle.jpg

Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

doremi.jpg

Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

artisticendeavors.jpg

Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

roomtorun2.jpg

Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

rain.jpg

Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

localhistory2.jpg

A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

waterparks2.jpg

Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

holdinghands2.jpg

The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

bestofcity2.jpg

The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

The Voice of Being Savvy seattle:
Angie McDonald, Bethany Dunn

Read more Being Savvy for:

Recent Posts

Favorite seattle Lists

Review Your Preschool

Join the hundreds of seattle parents helping other parents find the right preschool for their child.

Review Your Preschool

View Preschools and Daycare Centers in Other Cities

View preschools in other cities