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.

Show Upcoming

Jun
23

UMBC Observatory Open House

Constellations in Our Night Sky

Location

Physics : 401

Date & Time

June 23, 2022, 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...

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....