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Class passes now available!
Members now have access to our Astronomy Class Pass! Buy a 6-month or year-long class to gain unlimited access to our ongoing class series for the specified time period! Use the pass to attend classes in person or to receive class recordings when you can't make it to the observatory! Check out our 2026 Astronomy Class Schedule
Jupiter: King of the Planets
Journey to Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system and a world of swirling storms, powerful gravity, and dozens of intriguing moons. From the iconic Great Red Spot to hidden oceans beneath icy surfaces, Jupiter reveals a system all its own. Discover how this gas giant shaped the solar system—and continues to influence it today.
Class level: Introductory - This class is recommended for guests of any background.
Tickets: Non-members $25/class. Members $20/class. Students $10/class (Valid Student ID required).
Explore how the Hubble Space Telescope transformed our understanding of the cosmos. From breathtaking images of distant galaxies to groundbreaking discoveries about the age and expansion of the universe, Hubble has reshaped how we see space. Learn the story behind the telescope that brought the universe into focus.
Class level: Introductory - This class is recommended for guests of any background.
Tickets: Non-members $25/class. Members $20/class. Students $10/class (with valid ID)
Crowded Skies: Satellites and Space Debris
Earth is surrounded by thousands of active satellites—and millions of pieces of debris. This class explores how satellites power modern life, from communication to navigation, and the growing challenge of keeping orbit safe and sustainable. Discover the hidden world above our heads and what it means for the future of space exploration.
Class level: Introductory - This class is recommended for guests of any background.
Tickets: Non-members $25/class. Members $20/class. Student (with valid ID) $10/class
