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2010-2011 Observatory Nights Schedule
Study of astronomy and space exploration at Greenbush began in 1996. The centerpiece is a research-grade telescope with a 24-inch mirror, six portable telescopes with 8-inch lenses, and equipment to allow for instruction over the Interactive Distance Learning network (video-conferencing). Astronomer Clyde Tombaugh, known for discovering Pluto, was responsible for specifying the optical layout of the telescope in the mid-to-late 1960s in New Mexico.
Pittsburg State University acquired the telescope in the 1990s and brought it to Kansas. However, the University was unable to find a suitable location for it because ambiant light from the city detracted from images seen through the scope. It sat in an airport hanger for a time until Craw-Kan Telephone Cooperative and more than two dozen school districts partnered with Greenbush and Pittsburg State University to construct an observatory on the Greenbush campus. It is one-of-a-kind in this region because it is the only facility dedicated to public education, not just scientific research. The PSU-Greenbush Astrophysical Observatory opened with the intent of raising awareness of astronomy education. We believe this is the four-state resource for astronomy and earth/space science education for thousands of students, teachers, and community members.
The Observatory is host to monthly community events that are free of charge to the public and is handicap accessible.
For information regarding night-time programs or for any observatory questions, please contact:
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, Observatory Program Director.
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CLEAR SKIES FORECAST - click HERE for more information or HERE for the iphone app.
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