The Bothwell Lodge State Historic Site is hosting a stargazing event on Friday, October 21.

The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the day-use area. There will be an informative presentation on light pollution and telescopes. Following the presentation, participants can stick around to view the stars and planets from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 pm.

The event is free and open to the public. In the event of rain, the program may be postponed until Saturday, October 22 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Bothwell Lodge State Historic Site is located at 19349 Bothwell Park Road outside of Sedalia. For more information on the event you can call 660-827-0510 or email andrea.goldstrom@dnr.mo.gov.