Get a sneak peak of Pisgah Astronomical Institute Sept. 14

Go behind the scenes at the Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute during a special program held from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 14.

Tours of the campus will include the new $1.3 million renovations to the Research Building, StarLab planetarium programs and project demonstrations by students, researchers and PARI staff. The hands-on evening will include the opportunity to talk one-on-one with PARI scientists.

The event, sponsored by the Friends of PARI, includes a keynote presentation by Stephen Saucier, executive director of the NC Grassroots Science Museums Collaborative.

Located in the Pisgah Forest in Transylvania County.

828.862.5554 or dclavier@pari.edu.