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Public Viewing Schedule
Public observation nights and solar viewing days are suitable for people of all ages. Program fee is $2/person or $5/family payable on site.The Observatory is an open air observatory so please dress appropriately for the weather, bring mosquito protection, and wear sturdy footwear for the 200 yard walk to the observatory.Local area astronomers will be on hand to answer questions about the night sky and solar viewing.
| DAY | DATE | TIME | SPECIAL NOTES | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | September 17 | 8 pm - 11 pm | Public Viewing & Photography Night | |
| Saturday | September 18 | 5 pm - 7 pm | Solar Observing | |
| Saturday | September 18 | 8 pm - 11 pm | Public Viewing & Photography Night | |
| Friday | September 24 | 8 pm - 11 pm | Public Viewing & Photography Night | |
| Saturday | September 25 | 8 pm - 11 pm | Public Viewing & Photography Night | |
| Friday | October 8 | 8 pm - 11 pm | Public Viewing & Photography Night | |
| Saturday | October 9 | 8 pm - 11 pm | Public Viewing & Photography Night | |
| Friday | October 22 | 8 pm - 11 pm | Public Viewing & Photography Night | |
| Saturday | October 23 | 8 pm - 11 pm | Public Viewing & Photography Night | |
| Friday | November 5 | 7 pm - 10 pm | Public Viewing & Photography Night | |
| Saturday | November 6 | 7 pm - 10 pm | Public Viewing & Photography Night | |
| Friday | December 10 | 7 pm - 10 pm | Public Viewing & Photography Night | |
| Saturday | December 11 | 7 pm - 10 pm | Public Viewing & Photography Night |
You may contact the observatory during public viewing hours at: 517-645-6666 or email the observatory at: FoxParkObservatory@gmail.com