Mount Wilson Observatory | Public Ticket Nights
Our popular Public Ticket Nights allow individuals, rather than just groups, to experience the thrill of viewing celestial objects through our large, historic telescopes, the 60- and 100-inch telescopes–the two largest in the world dedicated to public viewing.
Mount Wilson Observatory | Public Star Gazing Nights
WHERE: Mount Wilson Observatory, Upper Parking Lot. Enter through the main gate, a volunteer will direct you to the star party. WHAT: Highlights of the night will include fall and winter favorites like the Andromeda Galaxy, the Orion Nebula and the planets Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars. WHY: Event is a fundraiser for the LAAS – donations appreciated!
An active night at the Observatory (Oct 10, 2024), both in
Oct 10, 2024 · The aurora was visible at Mount Wilson last night! (Video is a loop of a few seconds of a time-lapse video from our north tower cam). 😮
Public Observing Nights at the Mount Wilson Observatory
Aug 7, 2015 · Spend a late night gazing upon the stars from a mountaintop telescope. Typically, you need to rent out the entire Mount Wilson Observatory for over a thousand dollars a night.
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. Click on 60-inch Telescope Brochure below for more details on this unique experience.
Scoping out Mt. Wilson: Historic telescopes at LA’s observatory …
Sep 27, 2021 · When night falls, you can stand almost anywhere in the San Gabriel Valley, look to the north at Mt. Wilson in the distance, and you’ll see the glowing lights of TV and radio antennas spiking into the darkness.
Observatory revitalized not only Einstein’s but all of humanity’s perspec-tive on the cosmos (Livio 2014). As a result of this discovery, the Mount Wilson Observatory has also made a significant contribution to the annals of astronomical literature.
Mount Wilson Observatory, telescope not damaged in Eaton Fire
1 day ago · The Mount Wilson Observatory and telescope were not damaged from the Eaton Fire, thanks to firefighters, said L.A. County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone. 24/7 Live Los Angeles Orange County Inland ...
Mount Wilson: Observatory Reports Eaton Fire ‘Seems to Be …
22 hours ago · Officials with Mount Wilson Observatory reported last night that the Eaton Fire, which reached the top of Mount Wilson, the broadcast hub for Los Angeles, on Thursday now “seems to be under control.” Prior to the announcement last night, TV Tech sister brand Radio World spoke with Doug Irwin ...
Fire Near Mt Wilson - Observatories - Cloudy Nights
4 days ago · From the ground level view, Mt Wilson still looks to be surrounded by fire and smoke. Mt Wilson cameras shut down at 3:57am, when they were still clear of fire. Their web cams were best to track the approaching fire which is now at the base of the communication towers. Fire is blocking the only road in/out of the observatory.
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