Telescopes 101 with NASA Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown (Live)

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Lifelong Learning, Virtual

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Adults, Seniors
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Do you have a budding young astronomer on your holiday gift giving list? Or are you considering a telescope for that special someone – even if that someone is you? With the holidays fast approaching a telescope is a popular gift, and most manufacturers see a huge increase in sales around the holidays.

But if you’re unsure what to look for and you need some advice, join NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown as he outlines the various types of telescopes as well as the pros and cons of each.

If you want to buy a telescope for someone this holiday season, remember that you may be leading them down the path of a lifelong pursuit. Take the first step and join us to find out more.