St. Louis Astronomical Society

AIM FOR THE STARS at Jefferson College Observatory

Saturday, October 17, 2026

Event

AIM FOR THE STARS - Jefferson College Observatory Site

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

Join us at the Jefferson College Observatory including a site tour, training on how to read a star map, 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 observing patio will be available to those who want to bring their own telescopes and binoculars for family viewing.

2026 event dates: January 17, February 21, March 21, April18, May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 26, October 17, November 21, December 19

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026

Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Central

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

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

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

Bad weather or clouds could cancel the live event:
- Check Jefferson College Observatory Facebook page one day prior to the event

Bring:
 - Telescopes

-  Chairs and warm clothes
 - Binoculars and red flashlights

 

Location Details

Jefferson College Observatory
9873 Farm Road
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(open in Google Maps)
check weather forecast
Jefferson College Observatory

UPCOMING EVENTS

Tue 10/13/2026
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Central 		Eureka Hills Library (LTP) Eureka Hills Branch St. Louis County Library
500 Workman Road Eureka, MO
Wed 10/14/2026
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Central 		Manchester Parks - Fussner Field Manchester Parks Fussner Field
906 Hazel Falls Drive Manchester, MO
Wed 10/14/2026
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM Central 		Francis Park Stargazing
Thu 10/15/2026
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Central 		Lewis & Clark Library (LTP) St. Louis County Library Lewis & Clark Branch
9909 Lewis-Clark Blvd St. Louis, MO