Celestial updates, special events, this month's sky chart, and more!
Northern Lights Dance Above Dyer
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A strong geomagnetic storm lit up the sky above Dyer Observatory, and our all-sky camera captured rare aurora dancing over Middle Tennessee. This stunning display was sparked by intense solar activity and offered viewers an unforgettable night.
Read more on our blog.
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Recent discoveries have revealed two remarkable comets—one breaking apart in a golden stream and the other arriving from beyond our solar system.. Both offer researchers rare opportunities to study how comets form, evolve, and travel through space.
Read more on our blog.
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Support Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory on Giving Tuesday
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Giving Tuesday is Dec. 2, and Vanderbilt is once again joining the effort. A gift to Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory supports STEM education, youth programs, and the unique experiences that make Dyer a destination for discovery in Middle Tennessee. Join us in expanding access to science and exploration for the next generation.
This year, when 400 donors make a gift to any area of VU, a gift of $100,000 to Opportunity Vanderbilt will be unlocked from the Nielsen Family.
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Download This Month's Astro Calendar
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Check out our December 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 Dec. 1, but also shows the positions of objects at 8 p.m. on Dec. 16 and 7 p.m. on Dec. 31. The Moon will change position daily.
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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.
Learn more on our website.
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Explore the universe through Dyer's historic telescope. Tickets for this event are now sold out.
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