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Crowning one of Nashville’s tallest peaks, surrounded by scenic Radnor Lake State Park, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Vanderbilt University’s Dyer Observatory is one of Tennessee’s greatest treasures. Since its founding in 1953, Dyer has dedicated itself to inspiring the public through the wonders of astronomy and space exploration by offering telescope nights, open house tours, field trips, summer science camps, special lectures, and teacher workshops. Dyer connects with the community through the arts by hosting outdoor performances by local singer/songwriters and musicians during Bluebird on the Mountain and Opera on the Mountain concerts. Our rental spaces are popular for both large and small gatherings for those seeking seclusion and an unparalleled atmosphere. It all happens at Dyer. Whether viewing clouds on Jupiter through our historic telescope or watching a sunset from our verdant grounds, we hope to expand your awareness of this amazing home of ours called the universe and to get you to say “Wow!” Visit our website for current event updates, educational resources, and venue rental information: https://dyer.vanderbilt.edu/ All visits, including self-guided tours, require an appointment. Please contact us before dropping in: https://dyer.vanderbilt.edu/ Visit our public calendar to check for upcoming events and ticketing information: https://dyer.vanderbilt.edu/our-calendar/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dyerobservers/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dyerobservers Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dyerobservers/