St. Louis Astronomical Society

AIM FOR THE STARS at Jefferson College Observatory

Saturday, September 21, 2024

Event

AIM FOR THE STARS
Jefferson College Observatory Site

Join us at the Jefferson College Observatory including a site tour, training on how to read a star map, library telescope and binocular training, a meteorite exhibit, live telescope viewing, laser guided constellation tours, and previews of upcoming astronomy events of interest.

During each event, the dome and 16-inch telescope will be used for public viewing of planets and stars. The 1,800 sq-ft observatory patio will be available to those who want to bring their own telescopes and binoculars for family viewing.

****All events will be held on the Third Saturday evening, beginning at sunset, weather permitting. In case of inclement weather, programs will be postponed to the following month.

2024 event dates: January 20, February 17, March 16, April 20, May 18, June 15, July 20, August 17, September 14, October 19, November 16, No events in December

Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024

Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Central

Location: Jefferson College Observatory
9873 Farm Road
Hillsboro, MO 63050

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Information for Visitors

Instructions for the Public:

Join Jefferson College staff and St Louis Astronomical Society members for public telescope viewing at the Jeffersn College Observatory site.

Google Map to location: View a satellite map of the observatory site.

Events before it gets dark
- Tour of observatory site
- Training on how to read a star map
- Library Telescope and Binocular Training

Events after dark
- Live telescope viewing
- Laser guided constellation tours

Bad weather or clouds could cancel the live event:
- If so, a virtual event held on Facebook and Zoom
- Check Jefferson College Observatory Facebook page one day prior to the event

Bring:
 - Masks and hand sanitizer
 - Chairs and warm clothes
 - Binoculars and red flashlights

 

Location Details

Jefferson College Observatory

9873 Farm Road
Hillsboro, MO 63050

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Jefferson College Observatory

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