Celestial updates, special events, this month's sky chart, and more!
The Witch’s Broom Nebula (NGC 6960) is a visible remnant of a supernova that exploded thousands of years ago in the constellation Cygnus. The nebula’s delicate filaments of glowing gas reveal the powerful forces that shape our galaxy.
Read more on our blog.
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Skywatchers are in for a treat this season with two comets lighting up the night sky. Comets Lemmon and SWAN offer a rare double dose of celestial excitement for astronomy enthusiasts.
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Download This Month's Astro Calendar
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The Mauna Kea Observatories: From Research To Discovery - Nov. 20
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Dr. Jessica Schonhut-Stasik discusses some of the major observatories atop Mauna Kea in Hawai'i and a few of their significant discoveries.
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Check out our November sky chart, which helps you see where to find all the stars in the night sky.
The map is set for 9 p.m. on November 1, but also shows the positions of objects at 7 p.m. on November 16 and 6 p.m. on December 1. The Moon will change position daily.
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Dr. David Weintraub discusses how meteorites and asteroids might be the best evidence that life is abundant in the universe.
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Learn about the ancient Greek Antikythera Mechanism from two of the world's foremost experts. Watch Now
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Explore the universe through Dyer's historic telescope. Tickets for this event are now sold out.
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Learn about the major observatories atop Mauna Kea in Hawai'i and a few of their significant discoveries.
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Explore the universe through Dyer's historic telescope. Tickets go on sale Nov. 12 at noon.
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Wow Your Guests with an Event at Dyer
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Crowning one of Nashville’s tallest peaks, Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory offers park-like grounds, distinctive spaces, and celestial viewing—making us an exceptional venue for social and business events. Choose from the main observatory library or our large covered patio. Your rental fees help fund our outreach efforts.
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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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