Looking for a starry-eyed start to your new year? Head over to the San Bernardino County Museum on Saturday, Feb. 8 from 7 to 10 p.m. for Cosmic Nights. In partnership with the San Bernardino Valley Amateur Astronomers, the museum invites the public to view stars, planets, the moon and other astronomical phenomena.
The evening features telescope viewing and an opportunity to discuss astronomy with telescope experts. Local refreshment vendors will be onsite including dirty soda and lemonade from So-Cal Pop.
Visitors are welcome to set up portable lawn chairs and blankets for extended viewing and are also encouraged to bring binoculars or set up their own telescopes. The event takes place outdoors and visitors are advised to wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
Upcoming Cosmic Nights:
San Bernardino County Museum, 2024 Orange Tree Lane, Redlands
Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, 7 to 10 p.m.
Saturday, May 31, 2025, 7 to 10 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, 7 to 10 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, 6 to 9 p.m.
Victor Valley Museum, 11873 Apple Valley Road, Apple Valley
Saturday, June 28, 2025, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
The San Bernardino County Museum is located at 2024 Orange Tree Lane, at the California Street exit from Interstate 10 in Redlands. The museum is open Tuesdays through Sundays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Victor Valley Museum is located at 11873 Apple Valley Road, Apple Valley. The museum is open Wednesday through Sundays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. General admission is $10 (adult), $8 (military or senior), $7 (student), and $5 (children ages 6 to 12). Children five and under are admitted free. Museum members receive a 50% admission discount. Parking is free and the museums are accessible to persons with disabilities. For more information, visit museum.sbcounty.gov or follow us on Facebook or Instagram.
The San Bernardino County Museum’s exhibits of regional, cultural and natural history and the museum’s other exciting events and programs reflect the effort by the Board of Supervisors to achieve the Countywide Vision by celebrating arts, culture, and education in the county, creating quality of life for residents and visitors.
