Robert Ferguson Observatory: Public Observing Night

Fee: $3.00 per. adult, under (18yrs. free)  Parking Fee: $8.00

Park in the gravel area near the horse corrals just outside the gate to the Group Camp/Observatory site.

(Handicapped parking and wheelchair access are available at the entrance to the Observatory.)

The Robert Ferguson Oservatory (RFO) is open to the public at least once a month, usually on a Saturday near the time of the New Moon.
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Starting at dusk, the observatory's three main telescopes are open for your viewing. Docents set up additional telescopes in front of the building, while presentations on astronomical topics are given in the classroom throughout the course of the evening. Friendly and knowledgeable docents are available to answer your questions.

FAQs:

1.Night Viewing: We keep the observatory open as long as there are visitors, but you must arrive before 11 PM in Summer, 10 PM in Winter, to insure that we remain open for you.