The Observatory is closed tonight, Wednesday October 5, due to rain. We'll try again next week!
Fall 2022 Public Observatory Night Schedule:
- Every Wednesday in October from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm, weather allowing.
- November 2, 9, and 16 from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, weather allowing.
- Weather announcements will appear right here in this box! We'll also announce our decisions about the weather on our social media (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram).
To schedule a private event for a group of 15 or more, please contact us directly.
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.