Carpe Noctem—Seize the Night

This Weekend at the Observatory!

Friday 7/18

Astronomy Talk (starts at 9:00 PM): Who needs dark skies? - Ranger James
Dome Tours: 9:35 PM (sold out), 10:10 PM (sold out)

Saturday 7/19

Astronomy Talk (starts at 9:00 PM): What are we looking at? - Mike Brooks
Dome Tours: 9:35 PM (1 available), 10:10 PM (2 available)

Small telescope viewing following the astronomy talk on both nights

Sunday 7/20

Deluxe Dome Tour (starts at 10:00 PM) - Sold out

 

The Gunnison Valley Observatory is a publicly-owned facility, managed by an all-volunteer board of directors and staffed and operated by dedicated volunteers who will ensure your visit is a pleasant and educational experience!

 

From public viewing nights to premier astronomy nights, here’s what you can expect during your visit to the observatory…

The night sky awaits.

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From volunteer opportunities to season memberships and donations, here are ways you can get involved with the observatory…

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Feeling lost in space?

 

“Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.”

— Carl Sagan