CelExp 🪐✨
Guiding Your Cosmic Adventure
At Celestial Experiences, we believe in the impact of experiencing the awe and wonder of the universe firsthand through a telescope. Our commitment is to create exceptional stargazing experiences that leave participants anywhere from enthralled to mind-blown. It’s unique, it’s memorable, it’s beautiful, it’s cool.
Stargazing at Any Event
Telescopes, Astonomers, & Fun!
Mission
Our mission is to bring the wonders of astronomy and space science down to Earth and deliver unforgettable stargazing experiences to any audience. We aim to provide every guest a blissful moment filled with cosmic wonder. Our commitment is to create exceptional stargazing experiences that leave participants anywhere from enthralled to mind-blown.
Values
Our core values revolve around education, inspiration, and inclusivity. We are guided by our passion for outreach education, deep understanding of astronomy, and fascination with the cosmos. The marvels of the universe are accessible to anyone who can look through a telescope–cosmic curiosity transcends age and background. However, we hope to do more than entertain–we strive to ignite an interest in astronomy.
Unique Entertainment
Celestial Experiences offers a unique blend of entertainment and education. From private parties to large-scale festivals, our team of seasoned astronomers and science communicators delivers unparalleled stargazing activations. We bring top-tier telescopes and a wealth of knowledge to each event. Unveiling the wonders of the night sky, sharing celestial insights, and witnessing the beauty and magnitude of our universe are all in a night’s work.
Telescopes Can Compliment Any Event
With each event, we’ve witnessed the magic of the cosmos captivate audiences. From going deep at intimate private gatherings, to fast-paced, dynamic groups of thousands at large music festivals, the team at Celestial Experiences has been everywhere and seen it all. Our recent participation in Insomniac Events’ Nocturnal Wonderland festival (30k attendees) saw hundreds of participants peering through telescopes, day and night, observing celestial marvels while learning about our universe from our knowledgeable and enthusiastic team.
Katie Carolan
Astronomer, Founder of CelExp
Space Science Communicator
With a dedication to astronomy outreach and a contagious enthusiasm for space science, Katie excells as a science communicator. Drawing from nine years in public-facing roles at two high-profile oureach institutions, Katie draws from a wealth of experience in astronomy outreach. Her tenure as a science communicator and educator has shaped her expertise in making complex astronomical concepts accessible and engaging.
A Passion for Outreach
Through her outreach efforts at Griffith Observatory (2015) and Black Rock Observatory (2016), she has invited countless individuals to gaze at the stars with wonder and strives to foster an appreciation for the vastness and beauty of the universe.
Speaker and Educator
As a lecturer and speaker, Katie shares her deep knowledge of the cosmos with diverse audiences, simplifying complex ideas and sparking curiosity. Her commitment to accessibility is evident in her engaging presentations tailored to audiences at various levels of familiarity with space science.
Founder and Business Owner
Driven by her passion, Katie founded Celestial Experiences to expand her reach and impact by bringing astronomy outreach to broader audiences and events.