Public Stargazing Schedule
The public is invited to join the MVAS for stargazing at various locations around the Mohawk Valley and at our Barton-Brown Observatory (BBO). MVAS members will set up their telescopes and encourage you to view the many wonders of the universe through them. (Driving Directions) They will gladly answer your questions, explain what you have seen and point out where the objects are in the sky. If you have access to a pair of binoculars, bring them along and we'll help you locate objects yourself. No matter what the season or forecast, dress warmer than you think is necessary; you won't be sorry. You may want to bring along mosquito repellant during the summer months. Weather conditions may cause cancellations, which will be noted below.
If your group is interested in scheduling a stargazing event, please contact the webmaster using our "Contact Us" Page.
2024 Public Stargazing Schedule
| Date | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 13 Cancelled | Stargazing, Barton-Brown Observatory. cloudy & rain/snow | 7:00-10:00pm |
| Feb 3 | Stargazing, Barton-Brown Observatory. | 7:00-10:00pm |
| Mar 9 Cancelled | Stargazing, Barton-Brown Observatory. clouds and rain | 7:30-11:00pm |
| Mar 30 | Standing in the Moon's Shadow: Solar Eclipse 2024, Prospect Free Library, 116 State St., Prospect, NY. This public talk starting at 1:00 PM will explain the upcoming April 8, 2024 Solar Eclipse, what to expect, and how to enjoy it. | 1:00-2:00pm |
| Apr 3 | Standing in the Moon's Shadow: Solar Eclipse 2024, Library Reading Room, Herkimer College, 100 Reservoir Rd, Herkimer, NY This public talk starting at 1:30 PM will explain the upcoming April 8, 2024 Solar Eclipse, what to expect, and how to enjoy it. | 1:30-2:30pm |
| Apr 4 | Standing in the Moon's Shadow: Solar Eclipse 2024, Waterville Historical Society, 220 E. Main St, Waterville, NY 13480 This public talk starting at 6:30 PM will explain the upcoming April 8, 2024 Solar Eclipse, what to expect, and how to enjoy it. | 6:30-7:30pm |
| Apr 13 Cancelled | Stargazing, Barton-Brown Observatory. | 8:00-11:15pm |
| May 11 | Stargazing, New Hartford Sherrill Brook Park, Rte 12 S, New Hartford. Our nighttime telescopes will be set up on the northwest corner of the main parking lot to observe the awesome night sky. | 8:45-11:45pm |
| Jun 27 | Summer Solstice Celebration, Barton-Brown Observatory, 206 White St, Waterville, NY Followed by public stargazing in the Barton-Brown Observatory located behind the library building. Bring a lawn chair if you like. | 7:00-11:00pm |
| Jul 6 | Public Stargazing, Barton-Brown Observatory | 9:30-12:00am |
| Jul 27 | Program and Stargazing sponsored by the Prospect Library, Upper Pavilion at the Trenton Town Park, 8659 Fish Hatchery Road, Barneveld, NY Program begins at 8:30 pm: TBA. Laser guided tours of the sky and stargazing will follow, weather permitting, until midnight. | 8:30-12:00am |
| Sep 14 | International Observe the Moon Night & Stargazing, New Hartford's Sherrill Brook Park, Rte 12 S, New Hartford, NY International Observe the Moon Night: Our telescopes will be set up on the northwest corner of the main parking lot to observe the Moon, awesome night sky, Jupiter, Saturn, etc. weather permitting. | 7:30-11:00pm |
| Sep 28 | Solar Observing, Herkimer County Community College, 100 Reservoir Rd, Herkimer, NY. Solar telescopes will be set up on the quad between the library, Tech Center and athletic center. Safely observe our "Star", the Sun, through special solar telescopes two weeks before a partial eclipse of the Sun. | 12:00-4:00pm |
| Oct 26 | Stargazing, Barton-Brown Observatory. Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune will grace the fall sky along with star clusters, galaxies, etc. | 7:30-11:00pm |
| Nov 23 | Stargazing, Barton-Brown Observatory. Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune will grace the fall sky along with star clusters, galaxies, etc. | 7:00-10:00pm |
| Dec 28 | Stargazing, Barton-Brown Observatory. Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune will grace the fall sky along with star clusters, galaxies, etc. | 7:00-10:00pm |
Directions to stargazing locations