Mon., Aug. 12, 8:30-10 p.m.
Free
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The University of Illinois Springfield Astronomy-Physics Program, Lincoln Memorial Garden and the Sangamon Astronomical Society will host a special star party to view the annual Perseid meteor shower. The Perseid meteor shower, one of the most anticipated astronomical events of the year, occurs each August when Earth passes through the debris trail left by Comet Swift-Tuttle. The 2024 shower is expected to peak between Aug. 12 and 13, offering a spectacular display of meteors. The Perseid meteor shower is known for producing bright fireballs, which are larger explosions of light and color that last longer than an average meteor…
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