The Cincinnati Observatory - Birthplace of American Astronomy

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September 19, 6 - 10pm

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Renovation Updates

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At the Observatory

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180+ year history

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Visit the birthplace of

American Astronomy

Upcoming Events

ScopeOut 2023

Scope Out 2026

Sep 19, 2026

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Astronomy Evenings

Aug 21, 2026

9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Aug 28, 2026

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Sep 4, 2026

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Sep 10, 2026

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Sep 18, 2026

8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Sep 25, 2026

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national treasure

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Our Mission:

Inspiring generations

to look to the stars

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