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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Physics : 101
July 13, 2023,
7:30 pm
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9:00 pm
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...
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for UMBC Observatory Open House
Physics : 101
June 22, 2023,
7:30 pm
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9:00 pm
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...
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for UMBC Observatory Open House
Physics : 401
May 4, 2023,
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm
Join us on Thursday, May 4th, beneath the UMBC Observatory in Physics 101 for a discussion of Black Holes Parking is free & available in the vicinity of the Physics Building on UMBC...
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for Open House: Black Holes
Erickson Field
May 3, 2023,
8:00 pm
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10:00 pm
Are you interested in learning more about the only planet named after a female god, Venus? Join us for our event with the Resident Student Association to test your knowledge about Venus, win fun...
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for Venus Unveiled Event
Physics : 401
April 20, 2023,
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm
As Earth Day quickly approaches, we would like to highlight how astronomy and atmospheric science are closely related to ultimately spread awareness about the importance of Earth's...
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for Earth Day Guest Speaker
The Commons
April 18, 2023,
12:00 pm
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3:00 pm
Stop by to learn more about our Guest Speaker event on Thursday and enjoy some earth-themed baked goods including cake pops, cookies, and cupcakes! We will be located under the Breezeway by The...
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for Earth Day Bake Sale Fundraiser
Physics : 101
April 13, 2023,
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm
Join us on Thursday, April 13th, beneath the UMBC Observatory in Physics 101 for a discussion of Active Galaxies! Parking is free & available in the vicinity of the Physics Building on...
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for Open House: AGNs Countinued
Physics : 101
March 2, 2023,
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm
Join us on Thursday, March 2nd, beneath the UMBC Observatory in Physics 101 for a discussion of Active Galaxies Parking is free & available in the vicinity of the Physics Building on...
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for Open House: Active Galaxies
Physics : 401
February 2, 2023,
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm
Join us on Thursday, February 2nd, beneath the UMBC Observatory in Physics 401 for a discussion of Galaxies! Parking is free & available in the vicinity of the Physics Building on UMBC...
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for Open House: Galaxies
Physics : 401
January 5, 2023,
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm
Join us on Thursday, January 5, beneath the UMBC Observatory in Physics 401 for a discussion of The Milky Way! Parking is free & available in the vicinity of the Physics Building on UMBC...
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for Open House: Milky Way
