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 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.

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Aug
8

UMBC Observatory Open House

The Fermi Paradox: Is Anyone Out There?!

Location

Physics : 101

Date & Time

August 8, 2024, 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Description

Did you know that UMBC's Observatory has one of the largest optical telescopes east of the Mississippi? Ever wanted to see it up close, but didn't know how? This summer, the UMBC community is...

Mar
7

UMBC Observatory Open House

The cataclysmic explosions of Space: Novae

Location

Physics : 101

Date & Time

March 7, 2024, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Description

Join us on Thursday, March 7th, beneath the UMBC Observatory in Physics 101 for a discussion of Novae   Parking is free & available in the vicinity of the Physics Building on UMBC Campus....

Dec
7

UMBC Observatory Open House

14 days prior to the darkest day, let's talk Dark Matter

Location

Physics : 401

Date & Time

December 7, 2023, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Description

Join us on Thursday, December 7th , beneath the UMBC Observatory in Physics 401 for a discussion of the Dark Matter   Parking is free & available in the vicinity of the Physics Building on...