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Celebrate the changing of the seasons during this special community day! Join a series of free opportunities and experience Olana’s beautiful winter landscape! Did you know Frederic Church was a star gazer, often including cosmic elements in his landscape paintings? Welcome the winter season by learning more about the way celestial bodies influenced Church.
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.
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.
Visit with everyone’s favorite miniature donkey, Hank, back by popular demand!
Sun Gazing
View the sun directly through specially equipped solar telescopes from 1:00 PM until sunset (around 4:00 PM). Amateur astronomers from the Mid-Hudson Astronomical Association will help point out sunspots and other solar features using specially designed filters.
Astrology Readings
Derek James Smith of Constellation in Catskill will share a presentation and discussion around the Astrology of Frederic Church and Olana to kick off the afternoon at 1:00 PM. This introduction will study Church’s natal chart to provide an introduction to Astrology’s possibilities for aficionados and beginners alike. From 2:00 – 5:00 PM, Derek will offer interactive outdoor Astrological readings for those curious to learn more about the craft.
Saturday, December 21 | 1:00-5:00 PM
Event Sponsored By: Columbia County Tourism
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
5720 State Route 9G, Hudson, NY, United States, New York 12354, 5720 RT-9G, Hudson, NY 12534-4129, United States,Catskill, New York