Event

Special Solar Eclipse Event: We will host a solar eclipse viewing event on Saturday October 14, 2023 from 10:30 am to 1:30pm.
During the event, the dome and 16-inch telescope will be used for public viewing of the eclipse.
We will have safe solar telescopes on the 1,800 sq-ft observatory patio. People should only bring their telescopes IF they are equipped for safe solar viewing.
****In case of inclement weather, the special event may be cancelled.

Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023

Time: 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Central

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

Information for Visitors
Instructions for the Public:
Special Solar Eclipse Event: We will host a solar eclipse viewing event on Saturday October 14, 2023 from 10:30 am to 1:30pm.
During the event, the dome and 16-inch telescope will be used for public viewing of the eclipse.
We will have safe solar telescopes on the 1,800 sq-ft observatory patio. People should only bring their telescopes IF they are equipped for safe solar viewing.
****In case of inclement weather, the special event may be cancelled.

Location Details

UPCOMING EVENTS

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- Fri 3/14/2025
11 p.m. - 4 a.m. Central
Total Lunar Eclipse Viewing Jefferson College Observatory
9873 Farm Road
Hillsboro, MO
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7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Central
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Sat 3/15/2025
7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Central
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9873 Farm Road
Hillsboro, MO
Sun 3/16/2025
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Central
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