Bear Branch Nature Center



Star Parites at the Nature Center are FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Telescopes and astronomers will be there to share the universe and their knowledge.

Directions:

The planetarium is located at the Bear Branch Nature Center (BBNC). BBNC is situated approximately three miles north of Westminster in Maryland's Carroll County (USA). From Westminster take Md. 97 North. One mile later is a traffic light at Airport Drive; continue heading north on Md. 97. One mile later is a traffic light at Bachmans Valley Road; continue heading north on Md. 97. One mile later is John Owings Road. Turn east (right) on John Owings road, and follow the signs to the Hashawha Environmental Center/BBNC complex. BBNC is located on the right side of the road.
(Try Mapquest's zoomable map).

Planetarium Show Info:

Reservation information may be obtained by calling
Bear Branch Nature Center at 410-848-2517.
Admission for planetarium shows is only 
$1 for BBNC members and $2 for non members./dt>
Star parties are FREE and open to anyone.