Where we discovered our place in the universe. Home to the 60 & 100-inch telescopes, as well as the CHARA Array.
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Become part of astronomical history. ✨ Volunteer at Mount Wilson Observatory! Help support public events, educational programs, and one of the world's most important scientific landmarks. No special experience required for many positions. mtwilson.edu/volunteer
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A silent film about the cosmos. A live score with voice, woodwinds, synth. Yes, it's every bit as enchanting as it sounds. Join us for Matinees on the Mountain at Mount Wilson Observatory for Our Heavenly Bodies (1925). Sat, June 13 • 3 PM
🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/movie061…
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Find us at the City of Astronomy Science Festival this Sunday, June 14 (1–5 PM) at the Pasadena Convention Center! Learn about Mount Wilson Observatory and don't miss Carnegie astronomer Jeff Rich's 4:30 PM talk, "Mt. Wilson and the Discovery of Galaxies." Free & open to all.
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June 20: Spend a summer evening atop Mount Wilson! Enjoy an astronomy talk, dinner from the food truck (or bring a picnic), and observing through both the 60-inch and 100-inch telescopes. Feel the ripple effects of a great night out!
🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/lecture0…
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FREE Star Party! Fri, June 12 | Sunset–1 AM
Join Mount Wilson Observatory & the Los Angeles Astronomical Society for a free evening under the stars. See Jupiter, Venus, star clusters, galaxies, and nebulae through telescopes provided by LAAS members. Info: mtwilson.edu/events/starpart…
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On June 13, Matinees on the Mountain presents Our Heavenly Bodies (1925), a silent-era exploration of the cosmos featuring a live original score by Linnea Sablosky & Michael Sachs. A truly unique experience. 🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/movie061…
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This Sunday, Rogue Lemon Collective brings “High Ground, New Sound” to the 100-inch telescope dome. Featuring original music, inventive arrangements, & the world premiere of two new works. Performances at 3 & 5PM. 🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/concert0…
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There are many ways to explore Mount Wilson Observatory! Join a weekend public tour, book a private tour, take an Engineering Tour, or enjoy a self-guided visit. Discover the telescopes, history, and science that changed our understanding of the universe. mtwilson.edu/tours
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We recently welcomed a group from @FID_Pasadena for an evening under the stars. Guests enjoyed views through our historic telescopes & a chance to experience the night sky from one of Southern California’s most significant scientific landmarks. Thanks for visiting!
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On June 7, Rogue Lemon Collective brings “High Ground, New Sound” to the 100-inch dome at Mount Wilson Observatory. Featuring original music, inventive arrangements, & the world premiere of two new songs. 3 PM & 5 PM performances: mtwilson.edu/events/concert0…
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The Cosmic Café will be OPEN all Memorial Day weekend (May 23–25), 10 AM–5 PM!
Public tours:
Sat & Mon: 11:30 AM & 1 PM
Sun: 11:30 AM only
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Sun, May 24 🎶 Music returns to the 100-inch dome
Mendelssohn & Fauré, with Zachary Deak (piano), Tosca Opdam & Asi Matathias (violins), Carson Rick (viola), Cécilia Tsan (cello)
Performances @ 3 & 5 PM
🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/concert0…
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This Saturday! Talks & Telescopes - the season’s first lecture & observing night. Michael Blanton (@CarnegieAstro) on the Sloan Digital Sky Survey (@sdssurveys) stargazing through the 60- & 100-inch telescopes
🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/talk0516…
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FREE Star Party: Fri, May 15 ✨
Sunset–1 AM at Mount Wilson
Join @LAAstroSociety for a night under the stars: Jupiter & Venus, plus a possible SpaceX launch
No tickets or RSVP
ℹ️ mtwilson.edu/events/starpart…
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Tomorrow 3 PM: WALL·E (2008) at Mount Wilson Observatory. A family-friendly matinee on the mountain!
🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/movie050…
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Talks & Telescopes — May 16
Our first lecture & observing night of the season with Michael Blanton (Carnegie Observatories).
5:30 PM talk stargazing through the 60- & 100-inch telescopes.
🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/talk0516…
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Missed the first release? More Public Ticket Night dates are now live Additional dates will be released throughout the season.
🎟 mtwilson.edu/public-ticket-n…
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Matinees on the Mountain return May 9 at 3 PM
Join us for WALL·E (2008) - a perfect afternoon for all ages. Arrive early to explore or grab a bite at the Cosmic Café.
🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/movie050…
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Where’s Tim tonight?
Our Science Director Tim Thompson is headed to the Pomona Valley Amateur Astronomers—and nobody tells the story of Mount Wilson quite like Tim.
7:30 PM | Harvey Mudd College Shanahan Center (Room B460)
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First Public Ticket Night dates are now live!
More will be released throughout the season.
Observe through our historic 60- & 100-inch telescopes - the largest in the world dedicated to public viewing.
🎟️ mtwilson.edu/public-ticket-n…
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