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John Rovnak, Acting Director
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(570) 925-2561 (Mr. Rovnak)
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Observatory Public Nights
Come to one of our public nights to view the skies using our 16 inch (0.40 meter) Meade Schmidt-Cassagrain LX200 telescope. No reservation needed for individuals or small groups.
If you have any questions, or would like to inquire about attending as a special group, contact Mr. Rovnak or Dr. Winter for more information. Group size is limited to about 20 attendees.
Click here for directions to Penn State Wilkes-Barre campus and the Friedman Observatory.
Hours
The Friedman Observatory will be open to the public on clear Monday nights as follows:
- 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm, during Standard Time*
- 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm, during Daylight Saving Time*
* In 2008, Daylight Savings Time begins on Mar. 9 and ends on Nov. 2.
Weather Conditions
The observatory is open only during clear weather conditions. The observatory will be closed for:
- poor visibility conditions
- scattered thunderstorms in the Northeastern Pennsylvania region
- poor winter road conditions
- snow on the observatory roof area
- extremely cold weather (<15 degrees F)
Please check the weather before coming. To see a prediction of what the viewing conditions will be for the next few days, view the Friedman Observatory’s Clear Sky Clock.
