Event Details

ComeCome to LMG to see the Perseid Meteor Shower

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.

WHEN: 8:30-10 p.m. Monday, Aug. 12, 2024

WHERE: Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore Drive, Springfield

People attending the event at Lincoln Memorial Garden should park in the spaces just off E. Lake Shore Drive. The viewing will take place in Cawley Meadow, located across the street from the nature center. As this is an outdoor event, participants should come prepared with bug repellent, weather-appropriate clothing and lawn chairs or blankets for seating.

The meteor viewing may be canceled if the weather is cloudy. For real-time updates, including weather-related cancellations, call (217) 206-8342 after 7 p.m. on Aug. 12.

Additional information is available at https://www.uis.edu/.../uis-co-host-star-party-viewing...