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Summer Fun at the Observatory
Summer is Here!

Have a stellar summer with us at the Observatory! Join us for guided tours, take and make activities, Sunday, Sun-day, Sundae, and more! We have lots of activities that are fun for the whole family. See the full list of our activities and programs below.

We have self-guided activities that are available all summer long! Stop by anytime to enjoy the Observatory grounds and neighborhood.
 
We also have activities that are available during our open hours most Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, 12-3 pm. See our Visit Page to see when we are open. We will also have activities for the whole family available at a variety of programs and events. Our take-and-make activities and scavenger hunt will be available during all open hours and events. Join us for Sunday, Sun-day, Sundae, Family Astronomy Night, and more. Our full list of events is up on our Events Page.

Self-Guided Activities

Planet Walk

Download Planet Information Here

Historic Neighborhood Tour

Download Walking Guide here

Scavenger Hunt (Available open hours only - check Visit and Events pages)

Download pdf here - Print copies available at Observatory main building when you visit

Take and Make Activities

Share your creation by tagging us on social media @cincinnatiobservatory

Coloring Pages

- Stained Glass Version of Observatory

Download pdf here

- ALSEP

Download pdf here

- Curiosity

Download pdf here

- Mars Rover

Download pdf here

- Perseverance

Download pdf here

Make Your Own Constellation

Dowload Planning Sheet Here

Planisphere 

Planisphere Instructions and Template

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