News & Events

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 two 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.

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Jul
13

There's an App for That

How to Explore Baltimore's Heritage on Your Own

Location

Online

Date & Time

July 13, 2020, 12:00 pm – 11:59 pm

Description

Are you itching to take some walking tours this summer, but aren't sure how to do so since we can't gather in groups? Do you ever promise yourself you'll "look it up" when you get home, but then...

May
7

Open House: Exoplanets

Location

Physics : 401

Date & Time

May 7, 2020, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm – Canceled

Description

Join us on Thursday, May 7, beneath the UMBC Observatory in Physics 401 for a discussion on exoplanets! Parking is free & available in the vicinity of the Physics Building on UMBC Campus....