Events: Observatory Open Houses

• Observatory Viewing

  

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton
  Friday, April 12, 2019 9:30 pm - 10:30 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  There will be two shows with the first starting at 9:30pm and the second starting at 10:00pm

  Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. We will begin taking reservations for this viewing on Monday, April 1st at 2:00pm with our online reservation system.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

  Related: The UGA Observatory Schedule

• Observatory Viewing

  

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton, UGA Department of Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, March 8, 2019 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  There will be two shows with the first starting at 8:00pm and the second starting at 8:30pm

  Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. We will begin taking reservations for this viewing on Tuesday, February 12th at 1:00pm with our online reservation system.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

  Related: The UGA Observatory Schedule

• Observatory Viewing

  

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton, UGA Department of Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, February 8, 2019 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  We will be having our first public viewing for this Spring on February 8, 2019.

  Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. We will begin taking reservations for this viewing on Friday, February 1st at 1:00pm with our online reservation system.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

  Related: The UGA Observatory Schedule

• Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. Loris Magnani and Dr. Scott Shaw, UGA Department of Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, November 2, 2018 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  We will be having another public viewing on November 2, 2018.

  If the skies are clear, we will be looking at Saturn and Mars.

  Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. We will begin taking reservations for this viewing on Tuesday, August 14th at 12:00pm. Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton and Dr. Scott Shaw, UGA Department of Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, October 12, 2018 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  We will be having another public viewing on October 12, 2018.

  If the skies are clear, we will be looking at the crescent Moon, Saturn, and Mars.

  Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. We will begin taking reservations for this viewing on Tuesday, August 14th at 12:00pm. Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton and Dr. Loris Magnani, UGA Department of Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, September 7, 2018 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  We will be having another public viewing on September 7, 2018.

  If the skies are clear, we will be looking at Jupiter and Saturn.

  Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. We will begin taking reservations for this viewing on Tuesday, August 14th at 12:00pm. Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Reservations Open for Fall 2018 Observatory Viewings

  Tuesday, August 14, 2018 12:00 pm
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  We will be hosting three observatory viewings during Fall 2018:

  September 7, 2018 9:00-10:00 pm
  If the skies are clear, we will be looking at Jupiter and Saturn.

  October 12, 2018 8:00-9:00 pm
  If the skies are clear, we will be looking at the crescent Moon, Saturn, and Mars.

  November 2, 2018 8:00-9:00 pm
  If the skies are clear, we will be looking at Saturn and Mars.

  We will begin taking reservations for all three observatory viewings this fall on Tuesday, August 14 at 12:00 pm noon. Request a reservation at https://www.physast.uga.edu/reservations.

  Related: The UGA Observatory Schedule

• Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton, UGA Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, April 13, 2018 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  We will be having another public viewing on April 13, 2017. Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. We will begin taking reservations for this viewing on Monday, February 26th at 2:00pm. Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton, UGA Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, March 23, 2018 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  We will be having another public viewing on March 23, 2017. Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. We will begin taking reservations for this viewing on Tuesday, January 30th at 1:00pm. Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton, UGA Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, February 23, 2018 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  We will be having another public viewing on February 23, 2017. Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. We will begin taking reservations for this viewing on Tuesday, January 30th at 1:00pm. Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton, UGA Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, December 8, 2017 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  We will be having another public viewing on December 8, 2017. Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton, UGA Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, November 10, 2017 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  We will be having another public viewing on November 10, 2017. Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton, UGA Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, October 20, 2017 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  We will be having another public viewing on October 20, 2017. Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. J. Scott Shaw, UGA Department of Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, April 7, 2017 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  We will be having another public viewing on April 7, 2017. Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. J. Scott Shaw, UGA Department of Physics and Astronomy
  Thursday, March 2, 2017 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  We will be having another public viewing on March 2, 2017. Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. J. Scott Shaw, UGA Department of Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, February 3, 2017 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  We will be having another public viewing on February 3, 2017. Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton and Dr. Loris Magnani, UGA Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, December 2, 2016 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  We will be having another public viewing on December 2, 2016. Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton and Dr. Loris Magnani, UGA Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, October 7, 2016 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  Our first public viewing for Fall 2016 will be on October 7, 2016. Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton and Dr. Loris Magnani, UGA Physics and Astronomy
  Thursday, April 28, 2016 9:30 pm - 10:30 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  Our second public viewing with the newly fixed telescope will be on April 28, 2016. Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing. Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Special Observatory Viewing

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton and Dr. Loris Magnani, UGA Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, March 25, 2016 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  Location: UGA Observatory (4th floor Physics Building)

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  The 24 inch telescope has been fixed!

  Our first public viewing with the newly fixed telescope will be a special viewing on March 25, 2016. Because of the limited space in the dome, you must have a reservation to come to this showing.  Click here to make a reservation.

  The observatory is located at the top of the Physics building. To get to the observatory take the elevator to the 4th floor. A guide will meet you on the 4th floor and direct your group to the stairway that leads to the observatory. As the weather can be unpredictable, we might not know whether a viewing will be possible until shortly before the event begins.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485.

• Fall 2014 Observatory Open House: Friday, October 17 8:00pm-9:30pm

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton, UGA Physics and Astronomy
  Friday, October 17, 2014 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  Location: Observatory on 4th Floor (if clear). Physics Auditorium, rm 202 (if cloudy/rainy)

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  The last Observatory Open House for Fall 2014 will be on Friday, October 17, 2014, beginning at 8:00pm and ending at 9:30pm. If the weather is clear, then we will use the 24 inch telescope in the dome on top of the building to see the sky. If the weather is cloudy, then Dr. Loris Magnani will give a lecture in the physics auditorium (room 202). The topic of his lecture will be "The Gas and Dust in the Milky Way".  

  If the sky is clear, then visitors should go to the 4th floor of the Physics Building, where they will ascend the staircase that leads to the dome. Visitors do not need to arrive exactly at 8:00pm or before 8:00pm -- we will be open during the whole 8:00pm to 9:30pm timeframe.

  If you need more information please call 706-542-2485

• Fall 2014 Observatory Open House

  Guest: Loris Magnani
  Friday, September 12, 2014 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm
  Location: Observatory on 4th Floor (if clear). Physics Auditorium, rm 202 (if cloudy/rainy)

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  The first Observatory Open House for Fall 2014 will be on Friday, September 12, 2014, beginning at 9:00pm and ending at 10:30pm. If the weather is clear, then we will use the 24 inch telescope in the dome on top of the building to see the sky. If the weather is cloudy, then Dr. Loris Magnani will give a lecture in the physics auditorium (room 202). The topic of his lecture will be "The Gas and Dust in the Milky Way".  

  If the sky is clear, then visitors should go to the 4th floor of the Physics Building, where they will ascend the staircase that leads to the dome. Visitors do not need to arrive exactly at 9:00pm or before 9:00pm -- we will be open during the whole 9:00pm to 10:30pm timeframe.

• Observatory Open House

  Guest: Dr. Robin Shelton and Dr. Loris Magnani, UGA Physics and Astronomy
  Thursday, April 17, 2014 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
  Location: 4th floor of the Physics bldg. or Physics Auditorium (rm. 202) if cloudy

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  The Observatory Open House will be on Thursday, April 17, 2014, beginning at 8:30pm and ending at 10:00pm. If the weather is clear, then we will use the 24 inch telescope in the dome on top of the building to see the sky, especially Jupiter. If the weather is cloudy, then Dr. Loris Magnani will give a lecture in the physics auditorium (room 202). The topic of his lecture will be "The Dark Side of Astronomy:  Dark Energy and Dark Matter".  

  If the sky is clear, then visitors should go to the 4th floor of the Physics Building, where they will ascend the staircase that leads to the dome. Visitors do not need to arrive exactly at 8:30pm or before 8:30pm -- we will be open during the whole 8:30pm to 10:00pm timeframe.

   

• Observatory Open House

  Friday, December 7, 2012 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  Location: Physics Building Observatory 4th Floor

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• Observatory Open House

  Friday, November 9, 2012 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  Location: Physics Building Observatory 4th Floor

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