Cincinnati Observatory

Crowdsourcing at its finest! Want to learn more about the Cincinnati Observatory's beginnings? Join us for our extended history tours held on various Sundays. See dates and times on our events page https://lnkd.in/ghActTqH.

Intro to Astrophotography July 27 at noon It’s a beautiful night under the stars! You take out your cell phone and shoot a photo - but it comes out nothing like you expect, or it’s totally disappointing! How can you do even better? In this class Program Educator Eric Harris will go over ways you can use the tools you already have at home to photograph the heavens. Weather permitting, we will then demonstrate how to use your phone in conjunction with a telescope to take photos of the Sun. Tickets: $20/person Reserve your spot today! https://bit.ly/4eQrm6f Eric Harris

We recently celebrated the opening of our newest exhibit "The Brightest Stars: The Legacy of Cincinnati's Women Astronomers''. In addition to viewing the exhibit, attendees were treated to solar viewing, 3D printing, and ozobots, as well as asked to provide words of advice/encouragement to the next generation of STEM women. What advice/encouragement do you have to offer to women entering a STEM field? #womeninstem #stemcareers #stem

As a part of our The Brightest Stars: The Legacy of Cincinnati's Women Astronomers, we included some summer reading suggestions for your kiddo (or yourself) to diversify what's on your summer reading lists. Titles include: 🤩 Little Dreamers: Visionary Women Around the World by Vashti Harrison 🤩 Mae Among the Stars by Roda Ahmed 🤩 Equality with Simone de Beauvoir by Duane Armitage and Maureen McQuerry 🤩 Girls Think of Everything: Stories of Ingenious Inventions by Women by Catherine Thimmesh 🤩 Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World by Rachel Ignotofsky 🤩 Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space Race by Margot Lee Shetterly Check out one, or all of them, at your local library. Let us know which is your favorite!

The dog days of summer are upon us as we celebrate #AllAmericanPetPhotoDay! We don't have a dog per say at the Observatory but a few do find their way onto the grounds as they live in the neighborhood. Ivy was chilling on the steps after a vigorous game of ball.

Tours under the Moon Join us for a tour of the Observatory and a chance to see the Sun and the Moon through the telescope, weather permitting! The guided portion of the tour lasts approximately half an hour. It includes both of the Observatory’s buildings and two main telescopes, as well as access to our out-of-this-world gift shop. Tickets: $10/adult, $5/child/senior/veteran, free for Observatory Members Choose from July 22, 24, or 31 at 6pm. Grab your ticket today! https://bit.ly/4bLDJyv

With your kiddos home this Summer, come check out the fun activities we are offering at the Observatory! On Tuesdays and Thursdays between 12-3, come to our main building and pick up a take-n-make craft, or complete our scavenger hunt for a prize! Can't make it in? There are printable coloring sheets and other at-home activities available on our website. If you're looking to bring your future astronomer to one of our Summer programs, check out our Sunday, Sun-day, Sundae events, Tours Under the Moon, Family Astronomy Night, and more! Visit our website for a complete list of fun summertime Observatory programs and activities! https://bit.ly/3Pq89N2

Wishing everyone a fun and safe Fourth of July! #fourthofjuly #sparklers #fireworks

Need something to do with your out of town guests this Sunday? Join us at noon or 1:30 for a Sunday history tour this Sunday, July 7. Sunday History Tours offer those seeking to learn more about the Observatory’s history a more detailed, in-depth guided tour. Learn how the Observatory came to be (and almost didn’t!). You'll also discover the Observatory’s role in weather forecasting and timekeeping as well as visit our interactive Sundial, original 1843 cornerstone, and more! Tours last approximately one hour with plenty of time for questions and some behind-the-scenes fun! Perfect for local history, astronomy and science buffs ages 12 and up. After the tour explore our newest temporary exhibit The Brightest Stars: The Legacy of Cincinnati's Women Astronomers to discover more of the legacy of the women who helped shape astronomy and the Cincinnati Observatory. Tickets are $10/adult, $5/kids (recommended for kids 12+), $5/senior, $5/veteran and free for Observatory members Space is limited. Advanced reservations are recommended. Reserve your spot today! https://bit.ly/3YV00DG

It is a pleasure to partner with local organizations like Adopt A Class. Our educators enjoy working with the community and particularly schools like Sayler Park School and Shroder Paideia High School to inspire future #STEM leaders. The next school year is just around the corner and we are gearing up for fun with rockets, ozobots, planets, comets, and more!