Mount Wilson Observatory
The Observatory and grounds are open to the public to visit, and during the spring and summer hosts public programs including observing through the historic telescopes, lectures, concerts, educational programs, and more.
HPWREN tower cams - Mount Wilson Observatory
jan 20: road to the observatory is closed at redbox. WE ARE CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Your ongoing support is appreciated every day as we bring science history to life!
Visiting - Mount Wilson Observatory
Located on the summit of Mount Wilson above Pasadena at an altitude of 5715 feet, Mount Wilson Observatory is visible from much of the Los Angeles area. Free of charge, visitors can view the historic Hooker 100-inch telescope from the Visitors’ Gallery inside the dome.
Mount Wilson Observatory | Observing
Mount Wilson’s 60-inch telescope provides incredible views of some of the most beautiful objects in the night sky and is among the largest in the world accessible to public viewing.
Mount Wilson Observatory | Events
Check them out below, sign up for a few, and come explore our beautiful Observatory campus. CONCERTS Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan curates thoughtful musical adventures under the magnificent vaulted dome of the 100-inch telescope.
Mount Wilson Observatory | Our Story
The scientific process of astronomy begun more than a century ago at Mount Wilson continues today around the world and in space with such instruments as the Hubble Space Telescope, named for one of Mount Wilson’s outstanding astronomers.
Mount Wilson Observatory | 100-inch Telescope
An observatory docent will guide you and your party to all the big telescopes and give a broad overview of the rich history and the revolutionary discoveries that were made on the mountain. A minimum of $150 will cover up to ten visitors.
Mount Wilson Observatory | Public Ticket Nights
Public Ticket Nights at Mount Wilson Observatory Our 2024 Season of Events has concluded. We have an exciting schedule of events planned for the mountain in 2025!
Mount Wilson Observatory | Solar Observing
You can read more about the history of solar observing at Mount Wilson Observatory here. If you purchase a ticket for one of our weekend public tours, you will usually be able to go inside the Snow telescope and the 150-foot Solar telescope, which was the largest instrument for studying the Sun for 50 years.
Mount Wilson Observatory | 60″ Telescope
An observatory docent will guide you and your party to all the big telescopes and give a broad overview of the rich history and the revolutionary discoveries that were made on the mountain. A minimum of $150 will cover up to ten visitors.