This event is in the past.It took place on April 25, 2026 at Judy & Stanley Frankel Detroit Observatory at University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.
Walking Tour
Walking TourSaturday Open House
Old Fourth Ward
Peer through a 19th-century telescope at the sun, explore Michigan's oldest observatory, and dive into hands-on astronomy activities. A free Saturday adventure where science meets history under one gorgeous Victorian dome.
family-friendly
hands-on science
historic building
free activity
Tips
đ"viewing the moon through the Victorian telescope is a very enriching experience"
â"a must visit place if you are interested in history or astronomy"
âïžtry the 17ft Fitz Refractor on clear days
Saturday Open House
Walking TourWalking TourPeer through a 19th-century telescope at the sun, explore Michigan's oldest observatory, and dive into hands-on astronomy activities. A free Saturday adventure where science meets history under one gorgeous Victorian dome.
family-friendly
hands-on science
historic building
free activity
Tips
đ"viewing the moon through the Victorian telescope is a very enriching experience"
â"a must visit place if you are interested in history or astronomy"
âïžtry the 17ft Fitz Refractor on clear days
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