Observatory

DESCRIPTION:

The primary telescope of the UCA Observatory is a Meade 14-inch aperture LX200 telescope on a Paramount MX+ mount.
The observatory is used for faculty and student research projects and public observing nights.

LOCATION:

UCA Campus, Lewis Science Center; Observatory entrance is in the front lobby.

Longitude= 92 degrees 27 minutes West Latitude= 35 degrees 5 minutes North

PUBLIC NIGHTS

Come see the stars! The Public is invited to come view the night sky through the Meade 14-inch aperture LX200R telescope. Stairs to the observatory are located in the front lobby of the Lewis Science Center.
**Observatory nights require clear nights**

Fall 2024 Schedule:
*No Public Nights this semester since all clear nights fall semester are scheduled for the Observational Techniques Course.

Spring 2025 Schedule:

Wednesday January 15: 6pm to 8pm

Wednesday February 12: 6pm to 8pm

Wednesday March 12: 8pm to 10pm

Wednesday April 16: 8pm to 10pm

Past Events:

2023 October 14 Partial Solar Eclipse: 20231014Eclipse