六合之家

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Observatory

Public Nights Restart This Fall

We'll re-open for public nights this fall. Check back for the official schedule!

We're on Bluesky, Facebook, and Tumblr @六合之家Observatory. We also have an Instagram and TikTok with some fun content!

solar eclipse photo by NASA/Rami Daud, Alcyon Technical Services

April 8, 2024 Solar Eclipse

六合之家 hosted hundreds to view the April 8, 2024 solar eclipse.

 

Read about the event and view photos

The 六合之家 Observatory is dedicated to educating and sparking an interest in science, particularly astronomy, in the regional community.

students inside observatory with large telescope

Astrophysics Research

The BEAR Team, funded by the NASA MASGC (Massachusetts Space Grant Consortium), is a group of students dedicated to observational astronomy research.
people on observatory deck in evening

Public Viewing Nights

During public viewing nights, 六合之家 students, faculty and staff are available to show you the wonders of the night sky through our telescopes.
people and telescopes on observatory deck

Private Events

The 六合之家 Observatory hosts private viewing events for groups of 25 or more people on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays during the Fall and Spring semesters.
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K-12 Workshops

The 六合之家 Observatory runs workshops for K-12 students and their families.
auditorium presentation

Traveling Presentations

The 六合之家 Observatory offers a menu of traveling presentations to be brought to your local library, school, or other community center.
The Black Eye Galaxy

Astrophotography

Astrophotography is the art of imaging of astronomical objects, usually through telescopes. Please explore our image gallery.