Hours of Operation
The observatory is open to the general public on Mondays from 7 pm to 10 pm, except for university holidays and cloudy nights.
Status Tonight
- Weather cancellations will be posted day-of by midafternoon to the Observatory Status page of the North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club
Location
Roof of Meier Hall, North Campus
Accessible from the elevator located at the rear of the building. Take elevator to floor "P" and follow signs.
Schedule FALL 2025
| Date | Main event: |
| Sep 8 | CLOSED |
| Sep 15 | Saturn |
| Sep 22 | Saturn |
| Sep 29 | Saturn |
| Oct 6 | Harvest Moon |
| Oct 13 | CLOSED |
| Oct 20 | Saturn |
| Oct 27 | CLOSED |
| Nov 3 | Moon 97% |
| Nov 10 | Saturn |
| Nov 17 | Saturn |
| Nov 24 | Deep Sky |
| Dec 1 | Moon 88% |
| Dec 8 | Planets |
| Dec 15 | TBD |
Notes
Occasional live streams can be viewed via the Collins Observatory YouTube Channel.
Learn about the North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club.
Take me back to the Collins Observatory home page.
Health & Safety
We are continually adapting our operations in response to prioritize everyone's health and safety. Check the university's latest COVID-19 guidance.
Contact
Luke Conlin, Collins Observatory Coordinator