Sugarloaf Ridge State Park and Robert Ferguson Observatory Events

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

Join us for this special family day program, created specifically for families with children 12 and under. We will be doing several special activities that will teach children about our solar system and our nearest star, the sun! Advanced tickets are required. Purchase tickets at rfo.simpletix.com. There must be at least one adult chaperone perContinue reading

Bring Your Own Binoculars and Chair! This is a guided tour into the wonders of the night sky that are visible through common binoculars. Guests will station their chairs in the parking lot outside the observatory and knowledgeable docents with laser pointers will guide guests to the hidden secrets of the night sky. Expect toContinue reading

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 it getsContinue reading