Astronomy Open Night at the Observatory is a chance for people to come observe the night sky through telescopes as well as binoculars and see things they would otherwise might not get to see, while learning some astronomy. The Open Nights are held on most Wednesday evenings throughout the year, weather permitting, at the Coit Observatory at Boston University, located right above the Astronomy Department. The stairwell to the Observatory is on the fifth floor right next to room 520.
The weather is always a factor when observing. Unfortunately we can't control the weather and we can't observe when there are clouds, haze, or rain; so when the weather is bad, the Open Night will be canceled. Predicting the weather in New England isn't easy, so we won't know if the Open Night will be held or not until the day of the program. To find out if the Open Night will be held, call our information number no earlier than two hours before the scheduled starting time. This lets us make the decision as late as possible while still giving those who live farther away time to get here. Please note that telescopes are outside so dress appropriately. |
Repeats on every Wednesday each week until Wed Dec. 16th, 2009