Go stargazing tonight at the USC’s Melton Memorial Observatory

(Courtesy: University of South Carolina)

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) – You have a chance to see the stars up close tonight at the Stargazing event!

It starts at 9 to 11 p.m. at Melton Observatory 201 weather permitting.

The Melton Memorial Observatory on the Horseshoe contains a 16-inch Cassegrain telescope that provides a stunning view of the night sky for research purposes, students, and the general public.

It’s free and open to the public.

Visit their website for details.