A hands-on astronomy workshop is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Friday at the Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area Visitor Center.
Participants will build their own full-scale working model of the telescope used by Galileo 400 years ago. The workshop is for those 10 years and up, according to a news release.
Stuart Riley, who holds a doctorate of physics in astronomy, will teach the class. He is now a member of the NWA Star Gazers.
Night sky viewing will begin following the workshop if the sky is clear. Participants are asked to bring a tripod for their GalileoScope, a folding chair, binoculars and a flashlight with the lens covered with red cloth or a red balloon.
Cost is $35 plus tax and includes one GalileoScope and complete instructions for up to four people in a group. There is a $5 charge for each additional person. Workshop space is limited. Call 479-789-5000 for reservations.
The Visitor Center is on Arkansas 12 just east of the War Eagle Road intersection.