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Saturday Tours at the VLA!

Name: Saturday Tours at the VLA!
Start: 2025-08-03T09:00:00-06:00
End: 2025-08-03T16:00:00-06:00
Location: The Very Large Array

August 3 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm MDT

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$10

Join us for a guided tour of one of the world’s most iconic radio observatories—the Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array! Explore the science and technology behind the VLA’s 27 massive radio antennas and learn how astronomers use this incredible facility to unlock the mysteries of the universe.

👨‍🏫 Guided tours are offered every Saturday at 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:00 PM and include:

- A short introductory talk
- An up close view of a VLA antenna
- A guided walk around the VLA site
- Chance to see the prototype next generation VLA antenna
- Access to exhibits in the Visitor Center

🎟️ Admission: Included with regular Visitor Center entry. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time online, or at the VLA on day of visit. Purchase tickets here.
📸 Cameras welcome!
☀️ Be sure to bring water, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes.

Whether you’re a space enthusiast, a science buff, or just looking for a unique New Mexico experience, Saturday Tours at the VLA are not to be missed!

Details

Date:: August 3
Time:: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
MDT
Series:: Saturday Tours at the VLA!
Cost:: $10
Event Category:: New Mexico
Website:: https://nraoepo.ticketapp.org/portal/product/19

Organizer

: STEAM Ed
Email: VisitVLA@nrao.edu

Venue

: The Very Large Array
: The Very Large Array NM 87825 United States + Google Map
: View Venue Website

Saturday Tours at the VLA!

The National Radio Astronomy Observatory is a facility of the U.S. National Science Foundation operated under cooperative agreement by Associated Universities, Inc.
	Founded in 1956, the NRAO provides state-of-the-art radio telescope facilities for use by the international scientific community. NRAO telescopes are open to all astronomers regardless of institutional or national affiliation. Observing time on NRAO telescopes is available on a competitive basis to qualified scientists after evaluation of research proposals on the basis of scientific merit, the capability of the instruments to do the work, and the availability of the telescope during the requested time. NRAO also provides both formal and informal programs in education and public outreach for teachers, students, the general public, and the media.
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