The Observatory opened in 1891 and is part of the Department of Physics at Brown University. Today it is operated as a working museum where visitors can experience astronomy as it was practiced a century ago. The Observatory provides astronomical viewing and maintains a collection of historic scientific instruments.
We are open to the public for telescope observing free of charge on Tuesday evenings, weather permitting. Visit our main website for the current schedule.
Discover the stories of the history of astronomy and science at Brown University through the posts on this blog.
