Winter Solstice Celebration at Olana State Historic Site

Sat Dec 21, 2024
1:00pm to 5:00pm ET
Age: 8+
Price: Free
Location:
Olana State Historic Site
(518) 828-1872
5720 State Route 9G, Hudson, NY, 12534
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Celebrate the changing of the seasons during this special community day at Olana State Park. Join sun-gazing with Mid Hudson Astronomical Association, get a personal astrology reading with Constellation Catskill, and participate in fun sky-centric activities and games. Plus visit with everyone’s favorite miniature donkey, Hank, back by popular demand!

Other events throughout the day include:

  • Free access to Olana’s historic interiors.
  • Refreshments for purchase.
  • Free activities and games led by Olana educators and partners.
  • Live set with DJ Jared.

Sun Gazing:
View the sun directly through specially equipped solar telescopes from 1pm until sunset (around 4pm). Amateur astronomers from the Mid-Hudson Astronomical Association will help point out sunspots and other solar features using specially designed filters.
 

** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.