The Cincinnati Observatory - Birthplace of American Astronomy

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Renovation Updates

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Nighttime Programs

At the Observatory

Info and Tickets

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Be a part of our
180+ year history

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Visit the birthplace of

American Astronomy

Upcoming Events

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Sights Before Sunrise

Aug 10, 2026

5:30 am - 7:00 am

Sep 1, 2026

5:30 am - 7:00 am

Sep 29, 2026

6:00 am - 7:30 am

Dec 1, 2026

6:00 am - 8:00 am

Dec 29, 2026

6:00 am - 8:00 am

All Events and Programs Daytime

Planet Travelers

Guided Planet Walk Tour

Aug 10, 2026

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Aug 18, 2026

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Aug 20, 2026

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Aug 26, 2026

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Sep 9, 2026

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

All Events and Programs Daytime

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Help preserve a

national treasure

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Our Mission:

Inspiring generations

to look to the stars

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