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Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 3:31 AM

Lunch & Learn 2024 Summer Series

Lunch & Learn 2024 Summer Series

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Join us at the Great Basin College Ely Center for the 2024 Lunch and Learn Summer Series on Wednesday, June 26th from 12:00pm-1:00pm. Sean Pitts, the Director of the Nevada State Railroad Museum, will be presenting "Rush to White Pine - Eastern Nevada's Worldwide Mining Boom". Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn from an expert in the field. Funnomenal Funnel Cakes will also be available on site for a delicious treat.

For more information, please call Great Basin College at 775-327-5350


2115 Bobcat Drive Ely, NV 89301 Great Basin College Ely Center
Organizer: Great Basin College
Date and time: 06/26/2024 12:00 PM
Great Basin Astronomy Festival Great Basin Astronomy Festival The Astronomy Festival is one of the most exciting and busy events and weekends at Great Basin National Park. Planning ahead of time will ensure you have the best experience during your visit. Check back at this page regularly for updates if event schedules change.Tips for a successful Astronomy Festival visit:Campgrounds will fill up quickly. Most park campgrounds are reservable up to 30 days in advance; Baker Creek Campground is bookable only one day ahead of arrival. Please visit the Lehman Caves Visitor Center or Great Basin Visitor Center for information on dispersed camping on public land outside of Great Basin National Park.Fit into one car if possible. Parking is limited at astronomy events and you will be turned away if parking lots fill.Bring red lights. White flashlights are not allowed at festival events in order to preserve everybody's night vision.Bring plenty of layers. Telescope viewing can go well into the evening and nights get cold. Check weather forecasts as the festival approaches.All events are free, but reservations may be required. Check the list below or the park's events calendar for information on specific events and if reservations are required.Interested in volunteering? Our festival star parties are almost entirely volunteer run and registration is required to volunteer. Find more information at this link or further below. Registration has filled for 2025. Feel free to contact us to be on next year's interest check.Event start date: 09/18/2025