The Cincinnati Observatory - Birthplace of American Astronomy

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Cincinnati Observatory

Annual Pride Night

at the Observatory

July 18, 5pm - 8pm

Sundial and Brick

Purchase a Commemorative Brick

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Nighttime Programs

At the Observatory

Info and Tickets

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Join the Observatory!

Be a part of our
180+ year history

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Visit the birthplace of

American Astronomy

Upcoming Events

Space Ethics

Space Ethics Series

Jul 21, 2026

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Jul 28, 2026

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

All Events and Programs Classes Nighttime

Planet Travelers

Guided Planet Walk Tour

Jul 22, 2026

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Aug 5, 2026

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Aug 18, 2026

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Aug 20, 2026

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

All Events and Programs Daytime

Registration

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Help preserve a

national treasure

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Our Mission:

Inspiring generations

to look to the stars

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