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Chabot Space & Science Center

Open Friday-Sunday as the home of a NASA Ames Visitor Center.🌔🚀🔭🔬

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Welcome to a new series we’re calling Ask An Astronomer!✨

Have you ever wondered: what does “the speed of light” actually mean?

Here to help us with this question is Leonard, one of our incredible volunteers!

Have a burning astronomical-related question? Find Leonard or another one of our amazing volunteers during your next visit and they will be happy to answer! Or leave us a comment here and you may just have it answered in a future video!🔭⭐️

#spacequestions #astronomy #space #speedoflight #askanastronomer


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It’s Sci-Fi Night at Chabot!

On June 6th, bring a friend and come up to Chabot for a one-night-only screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show in our state-of-the-art 70-foot Planetarium dome!

Come early to enjoy light bites & themed cocktails in this fun, after-hours date night under the stars.

Plus, check out our NASA Ames Visitor Center and AstroLight exhibit, open late just for this event!

Our planetarium showings sell out fast and this is the only showing with a live performance by The Bawdy Caste! Get your tickets today at our link in bio!

#rockyhorror #rockyhorrorpictureshow #rockyhorrorshadowcast #scifimovienight #bayareamovienight #eastbaydatenight #bayareadatenight #oaklanddatenight #thingstodoinoakland #visitoakland


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FROM OAKLAND TO THE GALAXY 🤩 #starwarsday


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May The 4th B With You! 💫 @scrappy.the.rally.possum @chabotspace

Join us July 10 for Star Wars Night at Raimondi Park.

The galaxy’s greatest ballpark awaits.


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A Star Wars-inspired wedding moment ✨ @chabotspace #MayThe4thBeWithYou
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Photo credit: Sherif Tawdros, Milky Way

Our Astrophotography Workshop on May 7th is miraculously not yet sold out - we have just 8 tickets left!

Intro to Milky Way Astrophotography focuses on Milky Way photography using a DSLR (mirrorless) camera. Using equipment provided by Chabot, our instructors will walk you through different techniques of observing and capturing the night sky from our Observation Deck. You will learn to work with specific software to finish and process a photo.

You will also be trained on how to operate astronomy gear that you can rent through the @eastbayastrosociety Loaner Scope Program and gain introductory knowledge on how to get started capturing your own night sky photography!

Tickets are available now at our link in bio! Hurry - these tickets go quick.

#astrophotography #astrophoto #bayareaphotography #bayareaastrophotography #bayareaastro #bayareaworkshops #bayareaworkshop #bayareanightsky #nightskyphotography #nightskyphotographer #photographyworkshop


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Andrew and Zandir said “I do” in front of historic refractor telescope, Rachel on our observation deck!

Ready to start planning your big day and not sure where to start? We have the whole universe waiting for you! Get married outside, in a Planetarium under a sky full of stars - our space is yours and where your adventure begins!

Email our team at rentals@chabotspace.org or check out our website for more details - just click on Event Rentals (or check out our link in bio).

We’re excited to host your next out-of-this-world event!

PS - peep the socks in the second image 👀👀 OBSESSED.

#bayareaweddings #bayareawedding #outdoorwedding #weddingvenue #chabotwedding bayareavenue oaklandwedding visitoakland eastbayweddingvenue eastbayvenue bayareaevent


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Andrew and Zandir said “I do” in front of historic refractor telescope, Rachel on our observation deck!

Ready to start planning your big day and not sure where to start? We have the whole universe waiting for you! Get married outside, in a Planetarium under a sky full of stars - our space is yours and where your adventure begins!

Email our team at rentals@chabotspace.org or check out our website for more details - just click on Event Rentals (or check out our link in bio).

We’re excited to host your next out-of-this-world event!

PS - peep the socks in the second image 👀👀 OBSESSED.

#bayareaweddings #bayareawedding #outdoorwedding #weddingvenue #chabotwedding bayareavenue oaklandwedding visitoakland eastbayweddingvenue eastbayvenue bayareaevent


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2 weeks ago

Andrew and Zandir said “I do” in front of historic refractor telescope, Rachel on our observation deck!

Ready to start planning your big day and not sure where to start? We have the whole universe waiting for you! Get married outside, in a Planetarium under a sky full of stars - our space is yours and where your adventure begins!

Email our team at rentals@chabotspace.org or check out our website for more details - just click on Event Rentals (or check out our link in bio).

We’re excited to host your next out-of-this-world event!

PS - peep the socks in the second image 👀👀 OBSESSED.

#bayareaweddings #bayareawedding #outdoorwedding #weddingvenue #chabotwedding bayareavenue oaklandwedding visitoakland eastbayweddingvenue eastbayvenue bayareaevent


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2 weeks ago

Andrew and Zandir said “I do” in front of historic refractor telescope, Rachel on our observation deck!

Ready to start planning your big day and not sure where to start? We have the whole universe waiting for you! Get married outside, in a Planetarium under a sky full of stars - our space is yours and where your adventure begins!

Email our team at rentals@chabotspace.org or check out our website for more details - just click on Event Rentals (or check out our link in bio).

We’re excited to host your next out-of-this-world event!

PS - peep the socks in the second image 👀👀 OBSESSED.

#bayareaweddings #bayareawedding #outdoorwedding #weddingvenue #chabotwedding bayareavenue oaklandwedding visitoakland eastbayweddingvenue eastbayvenue bayareaevent


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2 weeks ago

Andrew and Zandir said “I do” in front of historic refractor telescope, Rachel on our observation deck!

Ready to start planning your big day and not sure where to start? We have the whole universe waiting for you! Get married outside, in a Planetarium under a sky full of stars - our space is yours and where your adventure begins!

Email our team at rentals@chabotspace.org or check out our website for more details - just click on Event Rentals (or check out our link in bio).

We’re excited to host your next out-of-this-world event!

PS - peep the socks in the second image 👀👀 OBSESSED.

#bayareaweddings #bayareawedding #outdoorwedding #weddingvenue #chabotwedding bayareavenue oaklandwedding visitoakland eastbayweddingvenue eastbayvenue bayareaevent


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2 weeks ago

Serious about science? Ready to get outside to explore and learn as a family? Then Family Nature Adventures is the series for you!

From 10:30AM-12:30PM, our Science Educators lead families with children aged 3-8 in hands-on science activities and a guided nature walk - following a different theme each month!

May’s theme is Mother’s Day Tea & Flowers Workshop!

Enjoy a charming tea party experience perfect for honoring the special moms and caregivers in your life. Then, dive into the beauty of local flowers with a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to identify blooms and explore their unique characteristics.

Last but not least, put your new skills to the test as Chabot educators lead you to discover the most vibrant blooms in the redwood forest.

Tickets are on sale at our link in bio! We hope to see you there!

#family #familyfriendly #familyevents #bayareafamily #bayareafamilyfriendly bayareafamilies bayareaevents oaklandevents oaklandfamily visitoakland


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Serious about science? Ready to get outside to explore and learn as a family? Then Family Nature Adventures is the series for you!

From 10:30AM-12:30PM, our Science Educators lead families with children aged 3-8 in hands-on science activities and a guided nature walk - following a different theme each month!

May’s theme is Mother’s Day Tea & Flowers Workshop!

Enjoy a charming tea party experience perfect for honoring the special moms and caregivers in your life. Then, dive into the beauty of local flowers with a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to identify blooms and explore their unique characteristics.

Last but not least, put your new skills to the test as Chabot educators lead you to discover the most vibrant blooms in the redwood forest.

Tickets are on sale at our link in bio! We hope to see you there!

#family #familyfriendly #familyevents #bayareafamily #bayareafamilyfriendly bayareafamilies bayareaevents oaklandevents oaklandfamily visitoakland


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Serious about science? Ready to get outside to explore and learn as a family? Then Family Nature Adventures is the series for you!

From 10:30AM-12:30PM, our Science Educators lead families with children aged 3-8 in hands-on science activities and a guided nature walk - following a different theme each month!

May’s theme is Mother’s Day Tea & Flowers Workshop!

Enjoy a charming tea party experience perfect for honoring the special moms and caregivers in your life. Then, dive into the beauty of local flowers with a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to identify blooms and explore their unique characteristics.

Last but not least, put your new skills to the test as Chabot educators lead you to discover the most vibrant blooms in the redwood forest.

Tickets are on sale at our link in bio! We hope to see you there!

#family #familyfriendly #familyevents #bayareafamily #bayareafamilyfriendly bayareafamilies bayareaevents oaklandevents oaklandfamily visitoakland


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Serious about science? Ready to get outside to explore and learn as a family? Then Family Nature Adventures is the series for you!

From 10:30AM-12:30PM, our Science Educators lead families with children aged 3-8 in hands-on science activities and a guided nature walk - following a different theme each month!

May’s theme is Mother’s Day Tea & Flowers Workshop!

Enjoy a charming tea party experience perfect for honoring the special moms and caregivers in your life. Then, dive into the beauty of local flowers with a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to identify blooms and explore their unique characteristics.

Last but not least, put your new skills to the test as Chabot educators lead you to discover the most vibrant blooms in the redwood forest.

Tickets are on sale at our link in bio! We hope to see you there!

#family #familyfriendly #familyevents #bayareafamily #bayareafamilyfriendly bayareafamilies bayareaevents oaklandevents oaklandfamily visitoakland


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Serious about science? Ready to get outside to explore and learn as a family? Then Family Nature Adventures is the series for you!

From 10:30AM-12:30PM, our Science Educators lead families with children aged 3-8 in hands-on science activities and a guided nature walk - following a different theme each month!

May’s theme is Mother’s Day Tea & Flowers Workshop!

Enjoy a charming tea party experience perfect for honoring the special moms and caregivers in your life. Then, dive into the beauty of local flowers with a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to identify blooms and explore their unique characteristics.

Last but not least, put your new skills to the test as Chabot educators lead you to discover the most vibrant blooms in the redwood forest.

Tickets are on sale at our link in bio! We hope to see you there!

#family #familyfriendly #familyevents #bayareafamily #bayareafamilyfriendly bayareafamilies bayareaevents oaklandevents oaklandfamily visitoakland


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Serious about science? Ready to get outside to explore and learn as a family? Then Family Nature Adventures is the series for you!

From 10:30AM-12:30PM, our Science Educators lead families with children aged 3-8 in hands-on science activities and a guided nature walk - following a different theme each month!

May’s theme is Mother’s Day Tea & Flowers Workshop!

Enjoy a charming tea party experience perfect for honoring the special moms and caregivers in your life. Then, dive into the beauty of local flowers with a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to identify blooms and explore their unique characteristics.

Last but not least, put your new skills to the test as Chabot educators lead you to discover the most vibrant blooms in the redwood forest.

Tickets are on sale at our link in bio! We hope to see you there!

#family #familyfriendly #familyevents #bayareafamily #bayareafamilyfriendly bayareafamilies bayareaevents oaklandevents oaklandfamily visitoakland


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💫 On May 16th you can experience Chabot in a whole new light... or lack thereof!

Spend the night under the stars at this Cosmic Camp-in especially designed for girls grades 4-5 who are ready to investigate the science of our nearest star.

🌞 Girls will explore how the Sun produces light and energy, discover what makes the corona so fascinating, and learn how scientists use space missions like NASA’s MUSE and PUNCH to better understand our dynamic star.

🔗Families, groups, and troops can purchase tickets at our link in bio!

This immersive overnight experience fulfills components of the Junior Space Science Investigator Badge through Chabot's museum-based adaption of astronomy programming!

#girlscouts #norcalgirlscouts #girlscoutsofnortherncalifornia #nightatthemuseum #scoutsofamerica #scouts #spacescienceinvestigator #STEMeducation #chabotspace #bayareaevents #bayareascience #bayareaovernights #bayareathingstodo #visitoakland


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Michelle and Kevin got married at Chabot under the night sky - in our Planetarium!

Happy Wedding Wednesday to all! Are you planning your special day? Check out Chabot. Our event specialists and standing by to help you build the wedding of your dreams. Our space is your universe!

Chabot is nestled in the redwood forest, has multiple indoor and outdoor locations for you to utilize, and is a unique and unforgettable space (pun intended) that you and your guests will love!

Check out our website for more information, or reach out to the team to get the conversation started - rentals@chabotspace.org.

#oaklandwedding #oaklandvenue #eastbayvenue #bayareavenue #bayareawedding #bayareabride #outdoorweddingvenue #outdoorwedding #outdoorvenue #uniquewedding #uniqueweddingvenue #weddingvenue #bayareanonprofit


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Michelle and Kevin got married at Chabot under the night sky - in our Planetarium!

Happy Wedding Wednesday to all! Are you planning your special day? Check out Chabot. Our event specialists and standing by to help you build the wedding of your dreams. Our space is your universe!

Chabot is nestled in the redwood forest, has multiple indoor and outdoor locations for you to utilize, and is a unique and unforgettable space (pun intended) that you and your guests will love!

Check out our website for more information, or reach out to the team to get the conversation started - rentals@chabotspace.org.

#oaklandwedding #oaklandvenue #eastbayvenue #bayareavenue #bayareawedding #bayareabride #outdoorweddingvenue #outdoorwedding #outdoorvenue #uniquewedding #uniqueweddingvenue #weddingvenue #bayareanonprofit


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Michelle and Kevin got married at Chabot under the night sky - in our Planetarium!

Happy Wedding Wednesday to all! Are you planning your special day? Check out Chabot. Our event specialists and standing by to help you build the wedding of your dreams. Our space is your universe!

Chabot is nestled in the redwood forest, has multiple indoor and outdoor locations for you to utilize, and is a unique and unforgettable space (pun intended) that you and your guests will love!

Check out our website for more information, or reach out to the team to get the conversation started - rentals@chabotspace.org.

#oaklandwedding #oaklandvenue #eastbayvenue #bayareavenue #bayareawedding #bayareabride #outdoorweddingvenue #outdoorwedding #outdoorvenue #uniquewedding #uniqueweddingvenue #weddingvenue #bayareanonprofit


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Space exploration isn’t just happening far away in space 🛸🪐it’s happening here at home 🌎✨ My latest segment takes you inside NASA Ames’ Chabot Space & Science Center and how it’s opening the door for the public to be part of real science. #BayArea #California #NASA #Space #Moon

Have you been here yet? 📺 @nbccalive


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We've got one more Astrophotography Workshop on the calendar for May 7th, 7-10PM and there are only 5 TICKETS LEFT!

Intro to Milky Way Astrophotography focuses specifically on Milky Way photography using a dslr (or mirrorless) camera. Using equipment provided by Chabot, we will walk you through different techniques of capturing the night sky outside on our observation deck and work with specific software to process a finished photo.

You will be trained on how to operate astronomy gear that you can rent through the @eastbayastrosociety’s Loaner Scope Program and gain introductory knowledge of how to get started capturing images of the night sky.

Join us May 7th - learn a new skill an feel good about your purchase as ticket sales help our nonprofit organization invest in our historic telescopes, exhibit design and maintenance, educational programming and more!

Photo credit: Judy Schmidt - Infrared Rho Ophiuchi Complex

Judy's work is exhibited on our Observation Deck as a part of our Universe Unveiled exhibit which showcases the work of local amateur astrophotographers! Check it out the next time you visit.

#astrophotography #bayareaastrophotography #bayareaphotography #photographycourse #photographyworkshop #bayareaclass #bayareaworkshops #Bayareanonprofit #thingstodoinoakland #visitoakland


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