Seeing Stars • McDonald Observatory Tours
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Explore the captivating wonders of McDonald Observatory and witness the beauty of the night sky. Plan your visit and experience the thrill of stargazing like never before.
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One of my fellow Putty Tribe members had recommended we check out the McDonald Observatory in Texas, where you can go to a “Star Party” and look through their giant telescopes. I read some more about it, and it sounded like a really neat thing to do, both for us as well as for the […]
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McDonald Observatory, Fort Davis, Texas
If you are planning to travel to Texas, be sure to visit the McDonald Observatory located in the southwest part of the state, just two hours north of Big Bend National Park in Fort Davis. It is a must-stop for stargazers and astronomy enthusiast. A visit is an adventure both during the day and after the sun sets. Don't miss the amazing and educational Star Party by getting tickets early!
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A Day & Night At McDonald Observatory | Astronomy Facility In Texas
Nothing beats Texas’ big sky, which stretches vast, deep, and dark. Stop at the McDonald Observatory in the Davis Mountains for an unmatched glimpse of the cosmos.
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West Texas is known to be a great place for stargazing, and therefore the McDonald Observatory, a research unit of the University of Texas at Austin, is located in this remote region of the state. Found in the Davis Mountains, McDonald Observatory isn’t just a place for scientists and researchers; visitors regularly flock here during […]
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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. The Observatory's administrative offices are on the UT-Austin campus. The Observatory works with the University's Department…
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McDonald Observatory is accessible to the public Tuesday – Saturday 12-5 pm, and is closed on Sunday and Monday. All visitors must check in at the Frank N Bash Visitor Center. Check the calendar for available program passes, which are subject to capacity limits. The Observatory and Visitors Center are located 450 miles from Austin and are on Central Time.Frank N. Bash Visitors
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