Transit of Venus

Tuesday, June 5, a once-in-a-lifetime astrological event will occur when Venus travels across the sun for the last time this century. This sight, known as a transit, will not occur again until the year 2117. To make sure no one misses this incredible sky show, Baton Rouge Astronomical Society volunteers will assist with public viewing at the Highland Road Park Observatory (13800 Highland Road) and at the Burbank Soccer Complex (12400 Burbank Drive). There will be at least three telescopes in operation at each location. These viewing locations will be free and open to the public. The observatory will be open 4 p.m.-9:30 p.m., but the best viewing times are between 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. For more information, please contact the Highland Road Park Observatory at (225) 768-9948 or [email protected].