The observatory will be closed tonight, Wednesday April 17
Almost total cloud cover expected - no public night tonight. We'll try again next week.
April 2024 Public Night Schedule
Open Wednesdays April 3, 10, 17, and 24 from 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm.
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April 8, 2024 Solar Eclipse
BSU hosted hundreds to view the April 8, 2024 solar eclipse.
The BSU Observatory is dedicated to educating and sparking an interest in science, particularly astronomy, in the regional community.
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The BEAR Team, funded by the NASA MASGC (Massachusetts Space Grant Consortium), is a group of students dedicated to observational astronomy research.
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During public viewing nights, BSU students, faculty and staff are available to show you the wonders of the night sky through our telescopes.
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The BSU Observatory hosts private viewing events for groups of 25 or more people on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays during the Fall and Spring semesters.
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The BSU Observatory runs workshops for K-12 students and their families.
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The BSU Observatory offers a menu of traveling presentations to be brought to your local library, school, or other community center.
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Astrophotography is the art of imaging of astronomical objects, usually through telescopes. Please explore our image gallery.