Events
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Astronomy Evenings
Weekly Public Program
Astronomy Evening at the Cincinnati Observatory is the perfect program to get acquainted with all of the offerings of your local observatory. Located in picturesque Mount Lookout on the East Side of Cincinnati, the Cincinnati Observatory is the oldest one of its kind in the country that still uses its original telescope from 1845, and now you too will get to participate.
This 90 minute long, family-friendly program features an Astronomy themed presentation on the different things you can experience in the night sky. Tours of our historic buildings and viewing through our telescope takes place during the second part of the evening (weather permitting).
Tickets: $15/adult, $7/child, FREE For Members.
Reservations required. Space is limited.
Late Night Date Night
At the Cincinnati Observatory
Looking for a romantic night out and under the stars? Come see what the Observatory is like after hours. You'll get to use telescopes to view astronomical objects that are not visible until late at night (weather permitting). Get a sneak preview of the next season's planets and stars a month or two ahead of everyone else.
The program runs rain or shine. If the weather does not permit viewing, we'll have fun showing you around the universe and behind the scenes at the Observatory.
Tickets: $30 per person
Space is limited to no more than 40 people. Adults Only. Singles welcome.
Class Series 4: Galactic Astronomy
Family Astronomy Night
Tickets: $15/adult, $7/child, Free for Observatory Members
Meet a Meteorite
Ever wanted to touch a rock that came from space? How about an up-close look at a piece of the Moon or Mars? Meet a Meteorite at the Cincinnati Observatory is the perfect chance for visitors to learn more about the debris that rains down on our planet while perusing the best meteorite collections the region has to offer. Appropriate for space enthusiasts of all ages, join us for an exciting evening exploring asteroids, impacts, and "shooting stars". The event will include kids crafts, impact experiments, and telescope views of the night sky, weather permitting.
Cost: $12 for adults, $7 for children, free for members
This event has two different entry times. Please register for one only.
Register here for 7:00pm entry
History Bites
Ask an Archivist: Highlights From Our Collections
In this class, our Assistant Collections Manager, Mandy Askins will highlight artifacts from our vast historical collections spanning over 180 years of history. Many of these artifacts are not seen by the public, so you will get a sneak peek into the Observatory’s holdings and history! You will also get a chance to ask her anything about archives, collections and conservation or how to preserve your own history at home.
No registration needed. Walk-ins welcome!
Suggested donation at door $10.