Please visit rfo.simpletix.com for important information and to buy tickets. Advance purchase is recommended as space is limited. Tickets are available at the door only if space is available.This is a series of six classes and are designed for everyone from total beginners to experienced amateur observers. Whether you want to learn the constellations or have a telescopeContinue reading
Purchase tickets at rfo.simpletix.com.Presentations on astronomical topics are given in the classroom throughout the course of the evening. Starting at dusk, the Observatory’s three main telescopes are open for your viewing. Docents set up additional telescopes in front of the building. Friendly and knowledgeable docents are available to answer your questions. $15.00 per adult; $10.00Continue reading
Please visit rfo.simpletix.com for important information and to buy tickets. Advance purchase is recommended as space is limited. Tickets are available at the door only if space is available.This is a series of six classes and are designed for everyone from total beginners to experienced amateur observers. Whether you want to learn the constellations or have a telescopeContinue reading
Want to have a fun and educational, yet exclusive star gazing experience? Our What’s Up events are just the ticket! Our public star parties can get very crowded. We keep the attendance limited for our What’s Up program so visitors can get more time at the telescopes, more time to ask questions, and overall haveContinue reading
If you are in grades 4-9 (but who's counting?) and interested in all things space, or know someone who is, join a virtual meeting and meet others with similar interests.Contact Nancy Cummings at ncummings@rfo.org for the zoom link.
Thank you for supporting the observatory! Please join us for an informal open house. Come for a tour, meet docents, and check out our telescopes! Drive past the Sugarloaf Ridge park entry kiosk and park in the lot by the white barn. Do dress warmly; telescope rooms are open to the night air and itContinue reading