Celestial updates, special events, this month's sky chart, and more!
A towering column of gas and dust, this iconic nebula reveals how massive stars sculpt their surroundings—eroding clouds, igniting glow, and hinting at new stars forming deep within the cosmic fog.
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Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory is closed for renovation January 1–July 1, 2026, but we're bringing the universe to YOUR classroom!
Our new Mobile Field Trip programs deliver hands‑on astronomy and STEAM experiences right to your school—from solar telescopes to sundials, meteorites and more.
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Download This Month's Astro Calendar
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Dr. Jessica Schonhut-Stasik discusses some of the major observatories atop Mauna Kea in Hawai'i. Watch Now
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Check out our sky chart for a guide to the night sky during the month of January.
The map is set for 8 p.m. on January 1, but also shows the positions of objects at 7 p.m. on January 16 and 6 p.m. on January 31. The Moon will change position daily.
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Get ready to unravel the mysteries of the night sky. Tickets are still available for our 8 p.m. time slot.
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Jan. 24 | Public Star Party with BSAS
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Join us for a new collaboration with the Barnard-Seyfert Astronomical Society at Warner State Park. Free tickets will be available on our website soon.
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Make a Gift to Dyer Observatory
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The Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory is a nonprofit organization sustained by the generosity of the university community, friends and neighbors. Your gift will make a tremendous difference in our efforts to bring science and exploration to the next generation.
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