# Shuttle to the Stars Star Party at Red Rock Canyon

> Event for families in the Las Vegas–Henderson–North Las Vegas area (NV). Times are Pacific Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 7 · 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Where: Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, 3205 State Highway 159, Las Vegas, NV 89161
- Ages: Age Limit: None
- Price: Interpretive programs at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area are a free public service.
- Status: Ended (last date Sat, Nov 7).
- Organizer: Bureau of Land Management (Red Rock Canyon NCA)
- Official page: https://saveredrock.com/star-party/
- Last checked: Tue, Oct 27

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## About

A Bureau of Land Management ranger leads an evening program at Red Rock Canyon on the Space Shuttle's place in human spaceflight: how its reusable design opened up low Earth orbit, the missions it flew, the problems it had to overcome and how it shaped today's spacecraft. After the presentation the group stays out for guided stargazing and telescope viewing under the night sky. The program lists no age limit, so school-age space fans can come with their families. Registration is not required but encouraged through Save Red Rock. The organizer asks visitors to dress for the weather and bring proper footwear and plenty of water;

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