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Very Large Array – Open House, Fall 2025
Explore the Universe at the Very Large Array!
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Saturday, October 11 | 9:00 AM β 4:00 PM
π Very Large Array, New Mexico
Join us for a free day of tours, talks, and hands-on activities at the world-famous Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array (VLA)! Meet the scientists and engineers behind groundbreaking discoveries, enjoy family-friendly fun, and learn more about the mysteries of our universe.
π Guided Tours
Led by NRAO scientists and engineers, tours will depart every half hour from 10:00 AM β 3:00 PM.
π΄ Food Trucks On-Site for Lunch
- Cubish
- Red Wagon Coffee Co.
- Martβs Mexican and More
- Frying Saucer
π¨βπ©βπ§ Family-Friendly Activities
- Galaxy sponge painting
- UV bead bracelets
- Straw rockets
- Scavenger hunt
π€ Special Talks (in the Cafeteria)
- 10:00 AM β The Next Generation VLA β Tony Beasley, NRAO Director
- 11:00 AM & 2:00 PM β Radio Astronomy in New Mexico β Joe McMullin, NRAO Assistant Director
- 12:00 PM & 3:00 PM β The VLA & More in Media β Jill Malusky, NRAO News and Public Information Manager
Β Admission
This event is free and open to the public, but advance tickets are required to manage parking.
π [Reserve your free tickets here]
The government shutdown will not impact the Open House or NRAO operations β we have funding in place to support regular activities like this through the end of the year.