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Custer Institute and Observatory

North Fork

Peer through telescopes at Jupiter's moons and Orion's Nebula at this volunteer-run observatory, where the dark North Fork skies make the stars feel close enough to touch.

Volunteer-run observatory
Dark sky stargazing
Powerful telescopes
Live astronomy talks

Tips

⭐"the stars seem much clearer, like they want to come out and show off"
🔴bring a red flashlight, easier on night vision
🧥dress warm, the dome isn't heated

Custer Institute and Observatory

1115 Main Bayview Rd, Southold, NY 11971, USA

+1 631-765-2626

www.custerobservatory.org

Upcoming at Custer Institute and Observatory

Saturday, Jun 13
Custer Observatory Stargazing

Custer Observatory Stargazing

June 13 at 8pm

For just $5, volunteers guide you through the cosmos with powerful telescopes and passionate explanations. Expect queues for the big dome, but the wait's filled with stargazer camaraderie and occasional live music.

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