Experience the wonder of the universe and the excitement of discovery. Not only can you observe objects near and far, but volunteers provide interpretation of what you're seeing. Observatory events are free and open to the community.
Our main targets for the Spring are Jupiter, Venus, the Pleaides, and the Moon (on the nights it is up which are April 25th and May 1st).
The observatory will be closed if it is cloudy. You might want to check the cloud/sky cover on weather.gov or weather.com before coming out. If it is higher than 50%, we will be closed. Additional dates might be added a few days ahead of time if the forecast calls for clear skies and mild weather.
Please contact Dr. Bhasker Moorthy (bmoorthy@harpercollege.edu) for more information.
In 2000, the Observatory was officially named in honor of Karl G. Henize because of his accomplishments as an astronomer and for his dedication to fulfilling his dream of reaching space. His name on the observatory will serve as an inspiration to the youth of today and tomorrow. Dr. Loren W. Acton, Astronomer and Henize's former crewmate dedicated the building in his honor.