The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Mississippi State and the Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge will host a Perseid meteor viewing on Thursday [Aug. 13] from 9-11 p.m. MSU scientists will set up several portable telescopes. The viewing will take place at the Morgan Hill overlook and Prairie Trail to the south of the visitor's center. The event is free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and insect repellent. Please note that alcohol and campfires are not allowed. For additional information, please contact Angelle Tanner at at876@msstate.edu.