On August 27th, 2023, Lowell Observatory will be hosting a member-only private viewing through our Dyer telescope from 8:30PM-10PM. The focus of this viewing? Saturn at opposition. What does it mean for Saturn to be at opposition? Saturn is at opposition when it lies opposite from the Sun in the sky. When at opposition, Saturn […]
Join a Lowell Observatory educator at the Rotunda Museum for a talk on the origin and features of the Moon and the role of the observatory in lunar exploration. After the talk, we will take a walk to the observatory overlook to view the rising Moon through a telescope. *Time and date changes each month
Join a Lowell Observatory educator at the Rotunda Museum for a talk on the origin and features of the Moon and the role of the observatory in lunar exploration. After the talk, we will take a walk to the observatory overlook to view the rising Moon through a telescope. *Time and date changes each month
Every Saturday, come up to Mars Hill and meet a Lowell astronomer, planetary scientist, or researcher! Take a peek at real-time images of planets, stars, galaxies and other celestial objects to be displayed on a large television screen outdoors with our new MallinCam. This is your opportunity to see interesting objects in the night sky, […]
We're hosting a Members’ Historical Tour! Join Historian Kevin Schindler and Lowell Archivist Lauren Amundson to learn fascinating facts about this historic observatory. Keep an eye on your emails, RSVP invitations have been sent to members. Become a member for access to exclusive events like this. Learn more at lowell.edu/membership.
This Saturday, come up to Mars Hill and meet Astronomer Dr. Phil Massey! Take a peek at real-time images of planets, stars, galaxies and other celestial objects to be displayed on a large television screen outdoors with our new MallinCam. This is your opportunity to see interesting objects in the night sky, learn about an […]
Join Lowell Observatory Historian Kevin Schindler, astronomer Dean Regas, and Dark Sky Partners LLC principal Chris Luginbuhl for a special live event! Each presenter will share his perspective on the importance of protecting our precious dark skies, bringing expertise from their areas of astronomical study. This stream is presented in partnership with Lowell Observatory and […]
This Saturday, come up to Mars Hill and meet Lowell Planetary Astronomer, Dr. Larry Wasserman! Take a peek at real-time images of planets, stars, galaxies and other celestial objects to be displayed on a large television screen outdoors with our new MallinCam. This is your opportunity to see interesting objects in the night sky, learn […]
Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition Star Party Buffalo Park September 21 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Join us and enjoy the dark skies of Northern Arizona with telescope viewing, presentations, and a variety activities for all ages, hosted by the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition.
Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition Star Party Buffalo Park September 22 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Join us and enjoy the dark skies of Northern Arizona with telescope viewing, presentations, and a variety activities for all ages, hosted by the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition.
The State of the Climate: What’s New in Climate Science and Solutions AND Energy Efficiency Incentive Information September 22. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Regional experts will discuss the state of the climate in northern Arizona, emerging technology and policy solutions to slow and capture fossil fuel emissions, and progress on the City of Flagstaff’s carbon […]
Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition Star Party Buffalo Park September 23 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Join us and enjoy the dark skies of Northern Arizona with telescope viewing, presentations, and a variety activities for all ages, hosted by the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition.
