Public Nights at the Observatory

Public Nights at the Observatory are BACK for 2026!

Join us Friday, October 9th from 7:45 - 9:45p for Public Nights at the Observatory located in the SLRC.

Learn about the Moon, the planets, stars, nebulae and galaxies and see them yourself through our telescopes during our Public Nights at the Observatory, running May - October 2026. Come experience the wonder of the night sky using the Observatory's telescopes with the help of the Observatory's staff of astronomers. 

A few things to know before you go:

• Observing sessions require suitable sky conditions. To learn the status of any event, check the Observatory's home pageand/or CASL social media pages beginning one hour before the event. Inclement weather or other unforeseen adverse circumstances may cause the cancellation of a scheduled event. Please arrive no later than one half hour before the scheduled end of the session.
• All sessions are free and open to the public. These events are family friendly, but best suited to children over the age of 5.
• Observing sessions are primarily held outdoors. Please dress appropriately for personal comfort during your visit.
• The Observatory is located on the main campus of the University of Michigan-Dearborn, in the Science Learning and Research Center (SLRC). Park in the parking lot behind the SLRC (Parking Lot A) and enter the building through the west door. Take the elevator to the third floor, and turn left to go through the double doors to the observing deck.