Star Gazing In Cades Cove!

Great Smoky Mountains National Park will offer a 2-hour stargazing program in Cades Cove on October 2, beginning at 7:30 p.m. in cooperation with the Smoky Mountains Astronomical Society. Experienced astronomers and numerous telescopes will be on hand to provide a discovery of the autumn sky's position of stars, galaxies, and constellations, including the Milky Way. In case of rain or cloud cover where night skies are not visible, the program will be cancelled.
According to Park Ranger Mike Maslona, "It's a great opportunity to gaze at the star-studded sky without the obstruction of artificial light as seen in developed areas outside the Park. People will be amazed at the vast depths of this planetary world and all that they can see in the complete darkness. This program mixes astronomy, legends, and the beauty of the stars to create a worthwhile exploration into the wonders of the heavens."
Participants for the program should park near the exhibit shelter at the entrance to the Cades Cove Loop Road where a ranger will be to escort the group about one-third of a mile to a nearby field. Those planning to attend should dress warmly, and bring a flashlight and a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Also, it is suggested to bring binoculars which can be used for stargazing.
For further information, call 865/448-4104; or if there is any uncertainty about whether the event will occur because of weather conditions, call the day of the event for its status.

75th Anniversary Concert: Music in Cades Cove

In celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Cades Cove will be the site of an afternoon of music with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, featuring Senator Lamar Alexander on the piano! This will be a unique and exciting event!

Access will be by car pass (a maximum of 1500 will be sold) purchased in advance only. Car pass sales are through the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra box office only...865-291-3310. Cades Cove will be closed to all other traffic for that day.

Please read the information in the link below for all of the details, including what you are allowed to bring and what you are not allowed to bring.


http://greatsmokies75th.org/files/pdf/CadesCoveKSO.pdf