LH Rooftop Hosts ‘Star Party’ with Local Chicago Astronomer, Joseph Guzman

Explore the wonders of the universe from the heart of downtown Chicago.

Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025 (Rain Date: April 17, 2025)
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: LH Rooftop at LondonHouse Chicago (85 E. Upper Wacker Dr., Floor 22-23)

Open to the public. No RSVP is required. Walk-ins welcome.

Observe the cosmos from one of Chicago’s most breathtaking vantage points — LH Rooftop at LondonHouse Chicago. This spring, we’re turning our stunning 22nd-floor terrace into an astronomical observatory for an unforgettable Star Party in collaboration with NASA Solar System Ambassador, Joseph Guzman, and his expert team.

This night sky visualization was digitally created using Photoshop.

What to Expect

• Up-Close Views of the Universe: Peer through high-powered telescopes to witness the moon, planets, and deep-sky objects like never before.
• Celestial Spectacles: Gaze upon a 3/4 full moon near the brilliant red giant star Arcturus, spot the gas giant Jupiter shining in the west, and catch Mars hanging high in the sky near the twin stars of Gemini.
• Constellations & Clusters: Explore the legendary Orion the Hunter, the Pleiades (Seven Sisters), the Beehive Cluster, and other dazzling star formations that light up the night.
• Mini Astronomy Talks: Gather around as Joe Guzman and his team share fascinating insights and answer questions throughout the evening.

Whether you’re an amateur stargazer or a seasoned sky-watcher, this unique experience at LH Rooftop offers an unparalleled opportunity to sip, socialize, and explore the wonders of the universe from the heart of downtown Chicago. Don’t miss your chance to see the stars like never before. Join us for a night that’s truly out of this world!

About Joseph Guzman

Joseph Guzman has been an amateur astronomer since early childhood and has always marveled and drawn to the night sky. An avid space exploration supporter, he encourages all aspects of both manned and un-manned exploration missions. Joe served as a Chicago Police Law Enforcement Explorer Program Instructor for 20 years and 10 years as a elected Community Representative of the Juarez High School Local School Council/Chicago Board of Education. Always active in public affairs, he has served on numerous community based organizations as a chair or member. Joe proudly serves as a volunteer telescope/observatory operator at Chicago's Adler Planetarium - greatly enjoying working with the public and sharing astronomy. He is presently working as an investigative journalist and webmaster/IT tech.