• Solar Observing

    Come and view our closest star and learn about sunspots, prominences, flares and more. We observe with both visible light and radio telescopes. Sign up for this free event at https://rfo.simpletix.com.

  • Public Star Party

    Robert Ferguson Observatory 2603 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood, CA, United States

    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 yourContinue reading

  • Tabletop Nature Talk: Plant Galls

    Sugarloaf Ridge State Park 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood, CA, United States

    What’s on that leaf? Join California Naturalist and local oak gall expert Erik Hanson anytime between 12:30-3:30 pm outside Sugarloaf Ridge State Park’s Visitor Center for a deep dive onContinue reading

  • Bring Your Own Binoculars & Chair

    Robert Ferguson Observatory 2603 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood, CA, United States

    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 inContinue reading

  • Solar Observing

    Come and view our closest star and learn about sunspots, prominences, flares and more. We observe with both visible light and radio telescopes. Sign up for this free event at https://rfo.simpletix.com.

  • Public Star Party

    Robert Ferguson Observatory 2603 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood, CA, United States

    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 yourContinue reading

  • New Volunteer Orientation

    The RFO is a place where individual volunteers make a difference: it’s a place where ideas come to life. The Observatory was built and is maintained by volunteers. All ofContinue reading