October 14, 2024, Press Release from the Armstrong Air & Space Museum: WAPAKONETA, OH— The Armstrong Air & Space Museum will be hosting astronomer and author Dean Regas for an exclusive presentation based on his popular book, 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, on Saturday, October 19, from 6:00 to 7:00 pm. After the talk, the museum will be hosting a special outdoor viewing session from 7:00-11:00 pm.
A celebrated astronomer, author, and former co-host of the hit PBS program Star Gazers, Regas will expand upon his expertise of the cosmos and show spectators basic tips and tricks to identifying stars, constellations, planets, and more in the night sky. “In terms of modern astronomy, Dean is one of the best,” says Armstrong Museum executive director Dante Centuori. “This will be a fantastic opportunity for the community to learn more about the night sky from one of the country’s leading experts.”
Regas is no stranger to the Buckeye State; he served over twenty years as the astronomer for the Cincinnati Observatory. He is also the author of six books, including How to Teach Grown Ups About Pluto and 1000 Facts About Space. Regas has been featured in several national publications, including Astronomy Magazine, Farmer’s Almanac, and USA Today. His hit podcast, “Looking Up,” is also featured on NPR One and Cincinnati Public Radio.
To accommodate the public, the museum will be open special from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm on that Saturday. The outdoor viewing session will begin immediately following Regas’s presentation and will be held on the museum grounds. Guests will have the chance to put tips and tricks into action and observe the night sky through telescopes with field tips from the museum’s education team.
Admission to the presentation is included with regular museum admission for that day. The skyview portion of the event is free to the public and is weather-pending. For more information, visit the museum’s website or visit the museum’s social media pages.
The Armstrong Air & Space Museum is located at 500 Apollo Drive Wapakoneta, OH 45895.
