This event is in the past.It took place on March 21, 2026 at Judy & Stanley Frankel Detroit Observatory at University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.
Themed Tour
Saturday Open House
February 14 at 10am - March 21
Old Fourth Ward, Ann Arbor
🔭"one of the oldest telescopes in North America"
☀️Solar viewing, weather dependent
👨👩👧Great for curious kids and adults alike
Peer through original 1854 telescopes at this charming Victorian observatory. Friendly guides share stories of early American astronomy while you view the sun through historic glass (weather permitting).
Historic landmark
Family-friendly
Free admission
Victorian architecture
Themed TourSaturday Open House
February 14 at 10am - March 21
Old Fourth Ward, Ann Arbor
🔭"one of the oldest telescopes in North America"
☀️Solar viewing, weather dependent
👨👩👧Great for curious kids and adults alike
Peer through original 1854 telescopes at this charming Victorian observatory. Friendly guides share stories of early American astronomy while you view the sun through historic glass (weather permitting).
Historic landmark
Family-friendly
Free admission
Victorian architecture