Kirkwood Observatory Is Open Again!
Kirkwood Observatory will be open on Wednesday evenings, weather permitting, through Wednesday, Nov. 16. Times change with sunset so check below for times on a specific date.
Note that masks are required in Kirkwood Observatory.
Kirkwood Observatory is not handicapped-accessible due to stairs to access the lobby, the observing floor, and the solar telescope. Viewing objects through the telescope also often requires the use of steps or ladders. We hope to provide a virtual tour soon to offer online access to the Observatory.
For updated weather conditions and closings, please check the @iuastro twitter feed.
Spring / Summer 2022 Kirkwood Observatory Open Night Schedule
| Date | Time | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 6 | 9:30-11:00pm | April 13 | 9:30-11:00pm |
| April 20 | 10:00-11:30pm | April 27 | 10:00-11:30pm |
| May 4 | 10:30-11:30pm | May 11 | 10:30-11:30pm |
| May 18 | 10:30-11:30pm | May 25 | 10:30-11:30pm |
| June 1 | 10:30-11:30pm | June 8 | 10:30-11:30pm |
| June 15 | 10:30-11:30pm | June 22 | 10:30-11:30pm |
| June 29 | 10:30-11:30pm | July 6 | 10:30-11:30pm |
| July 13 | 10:30-11:30pm | July 20 | 10:30-11:30pm |
| July 27 | 10:30-11:30pm | August 3 | 10:00-11:30pm |
| August 10 | 10:00-11:30pm | August 17 | 10:00-11:30pm |
Predicted Sky Conditions for Tonight and Tomorrow
NOTE: Blue squares on the "Cloud Cover" row indicate clear skies.
Groups
Small group showings are available by contacting the Astronomy Department at (812) 855-6911, or by sending email to astoutre [at] indiana.edu.
