Family Weekend at the Dearborn Observatory
When:
Saturday, October 18, 2025
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM CT
Where: Dearborn Observatory, 2131 Tech Drive, Evanston, IL 60208 map it
Audience: Faculty/Staff - Student - Public - Post Docs/Docs - Graduate Students
Cost: Free!
Contact:
Adrienne Mintz
(847) 491-3644
Group: Dearborn Observatory
Category: Other, Academic
Description:
In honor of Family Weekend, the Dearborn will hold a special open house event--no reservations are required. The session is free and open to all--just stop by! All visitors should note that the dome is neither heated nor air-conditioned so please dress appropriately. Friday evening sessions are held "rain or shine." Unfortunately, the Dearborn is NOT ADA-accessible. Several staircases must be climbed in order to reach the telescope.
For more information on the Dearborn Observatory, please visit our website.
If you have any questions, please email Adrienne Mintz at adrienne.mintz@northwestern.edu or call 847-491-3644.