Kitt Peak Visitor Center
Established in 1964, the Kitt Peak Visitor Center has been home to a variety of programs and activities as well as a museum and a gift shop.
Welcome to Kitt Peak National Observatory!
Home of the largest array of optical and radio telescopes in the world
In addition to conducting ground breaking astronomical research, we are open to you through our Visitor Center programs. Learn all the ways to become involved.
The Visitor Center gift shop will be closed on September 30 for our annual inventory. Daytime guided tours will be available and the exhibit gallery will be open.
Planning Your Visit
Important things to do or know
After you have learned about our Tours, Stargazing, Programs, and Exhibits; then please read this section with important information about how to plan your visit, find us, get the most from your time with us, and stay safe and comfortable.
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What we have for you
Whether you wish to visit during the day to catch a guided tour, learn the constellations and view through a telescope at night, or even reserve a telescope all to yourself, we have something for you. Daytime and evening programs, some very special events, programs for schools and youth groups, tours for organized groups, exhibits, and facilities are described here. This section also provides registration information.
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Help us continue
Although many operations of the Observatory are funded by the US Government, the Kitt Peak Visitor Center and its programs are not. This creates an enormous challenge. We rely upon program fees, ticket sales, gift shop sales, and the special generosity of people who believe that sharing astronomy and making the Observatory accessible to the world is important. You can become a Kitt Peak Member, make a tax-deductible gift, or donate needed supplies or equipment.
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Become a docent
If you are service-minded and astronomy-interested, enjoy meeting people, and you would relish the opportunity to work at one of the most scenic spots in southern Arizona then consider joining our Docent Program.
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Have you visited us and have a suggestion to pass along? Did you participate in a special program, tour or evening program and would like to provide an evaluation? This is the spot.
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