Telescope Viewing
Peer into the depths of space through our collection of world-class telescopes, guided by expert astronomers.
The Celestial Eye
Our 24-inch Ritchey-Chrétien research telescope is one of the largest publicly accessible telescopes in the region. With its advanced optics and computerized tracking, it brings distant galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters into stunning clarity.
24"
Primary Mirror
f/8
Focal Ratio
4,800mm
Focal Length
Mag 16+
Limiting Magnitude
Since 1985
In Operation
Our Telescope Fleet
Multiple instruments optimized for different celestial observations.
Solar Telescope
Specialized Hydrogen-alpha telescope for safe solar viewing. Observe sunspots, prominences, and solar flares in real-time.
Historic Refractor
Our beautifully restored 1920s brass refractor offers a nostalgic viewing experience with crisp planetary views.
Dobsonian Array
Five 12" Dobsonian telescopes perfect for group viewing. Easy to use and great for beginners learning to navigate the sky.
Astrophotography Rig
Dedicated imaging setup with cooled CCD camera. Capture your own deep-sky images during special workshops.
Radio Telescope
3-meter dish for detecting radio emissions from the Sun, Jupiter, and the Milky Way. Experience invisible astronomy.
Giant Binoculars
25x100 mounted binoculars for wide-field views of star clusters, the Milky Way, and sweeping cosmic vistas.
What You Can Observe
From nearby planets to distant galaxies millions of light-years away.
Planets
Saturn's rings, Jupiter's moons, Mars surface features
The Moon
Craters, mountains, and lunar seas in incredible detail
Nebulae
Orion Nebula, Ring Nebula, stellar nurseries
Star Clusters
Pleiades, Hercules Cluster, glittering stellar jewels
Galaxies
Andromeda, Whirlpool, billions of distant suns
The Sun
Sunspots, prominences, solar activity (safely!)
Double Stars
Colorful stellar pairs like Albireo
Comets
When visible, track these cosmic visitors
Viewing Sessions
Choose the experience that's right for you.
Public Nights
$15/person
Every Friday & Saturday after sunset
- Access to all public telescopes
- Guided constellation tour
- 2-hour session
Private Sessions
$150/group
Up to 6 guests, any clear night
- Exclusive main telescope access
- Personal astronomer guide
- Custom observation list
- 3-hour session
All-Night Pass
$250/group
Sunset to sunrise experience
- All private session benefits
- Astrophotography assistance
- Hot beverages included
- Sunrise observation
Ready to Explore?
Book your telescope viewing session and witness the wonders of the universe firsthand.