McDonald Observatory Archives — Page 4 of 4

McDonald Observatory

McDonald Observatory, a research unit of The University of Texas at Austin, is one of the world’s leading centers for astronomical research, teaching, and public education and outreach. Observatory facilities are located atop Mount Locke and Mount Fowlkes in the Davis Mountains of West Texas, which offer some of the darkest night skies in the continental United States.

Astro-Madness

In this activity, students learn about the different telescopes and instruments that are available at McDonald Observatory using the “What […]

Astro-Madness Read More »

Astronomers and Observatories

Astronomers and Observatories Read More »

Publicly Accessible Telescope Viewing

For an interactive map of public telescopes, visit http://telescopes.stardate.org/guide/public.php. Alabama FlorenceUniversity of North Alabama Telescope Viewing256-765-4284 Shows offered Tuesday and

Publicly Accessible Telescope Viewing Read More »

Sign up for SkyTips!

McDonald Observatory

Astro-Madness

Astronomers and Observatories

Publicly Accessible Telescope Viewing

Start typing and press enter to search