Nightly Observing Program at Kitt Peak Visitor Center

Observe at the WIYN 0.9-m. Find out more about this limited time special program.

Imagine a night under the stars at Kitt Peak National Observatory! Professional astronomers the world over aspire to do their research here, and now, you can experience the wonder of hands-on astronomy. We'll review recent advances in the field and provide an understandable perspective of our place in the universe. Then, we'll use our three telescopes to take a visual journey through the cosmos. Come experience Kitt Peak with us!

Quick Rate Info

Adults: $49
Seniors: $45 (age 62 and over)
Students: $45 (elementary to college)
Military: $45 (with current ID)
Group Rates Available

Public Program Specialists/Guides

Richard Barchfield (richardb@noao.edu)
Emily Berkson (eberkson@noao.edu)
Kevin Bays (kbays@noao.edu)
Jeronimo Cruz (jcruz@noao.edu)
Ross Dubois (rdubois@noao.edu)
Blythe Guvenen (guvenen@noao.edu)
Chuck Dugan (cdugan@noao.edu)
Dean Ketelsen (ketelsen@noao.edu)
Roy Lorenz (rlorenz@noao.edu)
Bob Martino (rmartino@noao.edu)
Steve Peterson (speterson@noao.edu)
Lucas Snyder (lsnyder@noao.edu)
John Zum Brunnen (johnzum@noao.edu)

For comments or concerns contact:

Rich Fedele

Manager, Public Outreach Department
520-318-8163
email: rfedele@noao.edu