Lookout Observatory
Observatory
Why pick this one
Lookout Observatory hosts free public stargazes near each month's new moon with hands-on viewing through computer-controlled telescopes.
Best for
- free public stargazing
- new-moon astronomy observation
- K-12 school astronomy trips
- hands-on telescope experiences
- student astronomical research
- online remote viewing sessions
Look elsewhere if
- walk-in attendance without registration
- private parking directly at the observatory
- frequent public events outside the approximately monthly schedule
Specialties
- public stargazing
- hands-on telescope observation
- K-12 astronomy education
- student astronomical research
- remote viewing sessions
Certifications
- UNC Asheville Physics Department
- Astronomy Club of Asheville, 501(c)(3)
What makes them different
- Public stargazes are scheduled approximately once a month during the new moon
- Public stargaze registration is free but required
- Facility has a retractable roof and mounted, computer-controlled telescopes
- Facility includes two 14-inch telescopes
- UNC Asheville faculty coordinate school trips and online remote viewing sessions
- Serves
- Asheville
Distilled from this business's own website.
Contact & Location
- Address
- Nut Hill Rd, Asheville, NC 28804
- Phone
- +18282503958
- Website
- http://lookoutobservatory.unca.edu/
Services
- public astronomy events
- science education outreach
- school and group visits
- guided astronomical research
- telescope observation
- remote observatory viewing