The UMBC Observatory team offers various events that are open to the public and completely free. A listing of them is given below as linked from the myUMBC Group Page for the Observatory.
It is important to note that the telescope is located in a dome on top of the Physics Building on the UMBC campus. Access to the dome involves climbing & descending 2 ladders, which may be a challenge to some visitors such as children and people with physical disabilities. Please refer to the Dome Access page to avoid disappointment. However, touring the dome is only a part of these events, and much learning and discussion is still available.
UMBC Observatory Open House
Galaxies
Location
Physics : 101
Date & Time
March 13, 2025, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Description
UMBC Observatory All Staff Meeting
Meeting for all staff members of the UMBC Observatory
Location
Physics : 401
Date & Time
March 27, 2025, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Description
UMBC Observatory Open House
Star Life Cycle
Location
Physics : 101
Date & Time
April 10, 2025, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Description
UMBC Observatory All Staff Meeting
Meeting for all staff members of the UMBC Observatory
Location
Physics : 401
Date & Time
April 17, 2025, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Description
UMBC Observatory Open House
The Big Bang
Location
Physics : 101
Date & Time
May 8, 2025, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Description
UMBC Observatory All Staff Meeting
Meeting for all staff members of the UMBC Observatory
Location
Physics : 401
Date & Time
May 14, 2025, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Description
