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Explore the Universe from Your Home

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THE OBSERVATORY IS OPEN

Tuesdays and Thursdays 12-4pm

For Daytime Tours of the Telescopes

Reservations Required Here

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Astronomy You Can Do At Home

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ASTRONOMY FOR KIDS

Online classes for grades PreK-6th

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Cincinnati Observatory

The Birthplace of American Astronomy

Visit a working 19th century observatory and a National Historic Landmark

See through the oldest telescope in America

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Cosmic Kids - Online Astronomy Club

October 7, 4:15-5:00pm, October 10, 10:00-10:45am and 11am-Noon, October 14, 4:15-5:00pm, October 17, 10:00-10:45am and 11am-Noon, October 21, 4:15-5:00pm and more...
Classes for Kids

Join us for free classes for kids and families that are really into outer space.  Choose one session or...

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Space Science at Home

October 6, 11:00-11:45am, October 7, 11:00-Noon, October 27, 11:00-11:45am, October 28, 11:00-Noon
Classes for Kids

Whether you are a homeschool student or a student schooling from home our Space Science at Home classes are...

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Our Mission

The mission of the Cincinnati Observatory is to maintain the integrity and heritage of an historic 19th century observatory and to educate, engage, and inspire our community about astronomy and science.

Our vision is to be a primary resource in furthering astronomy and science education through programming:

  • For K-12 schools and the public on and off our campus
  • For universities and classes for teacher professional development
  • To promote the rich history of the Observatory 
  • To strengthen our connection to allied STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) organizations

Lighthouse of the Sky

The Cincinnati Observatory is the center for education, history, and inspiration.  Learn more about our philosophy toward public engagement and our mission to get everyone to look through a telescope to have a "Wow" moment with the universe.