Event

The TAA is hosting a Public Star Party on June 7th at 8:30 pm at the Arthur Purcell Observatory. We will start the evening with a short program on the night sky and then view the night's targets through our 12.5 inch telescope in our dome. There will also be members telescopes setup for the public to view. There is a restroom at our facility. Bring water and a chair if you want to sit.
The cost is $5.00 per person over the age of 12

Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025

Time: 8:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Pacific

Location: TAA Arthur Pursell Observatory (APO)
9242 Ave 184
Tulare, CA 93274

Information for Visitors

Location Details

TAA Arthur Pursell Observatory (APO)

The Arthur Pursell Observatory

The Tulare Astronomical Association owns it’s own observatory. The observatory was built in 1967 on donated property. It is located 7 miles southwest of the city of Tulare at 9242 Avenue 184 Tulare, CA 93274. All materials and labor were also donated by members of the community. The observatory has a 12′ 6″ motorized Ash Dome. The dome was donated by the Tulare Lions Club.