In the month of May 2025, the observatory will be open every Saturday afternoon for the first time, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. You can safely observe the sun through our telescopes during that time.

For years, we’ve debated whether it was still worthwhile to stay open in the evenings during May, since it doesn't get dark until very late. That’s exactly why we’re trying something new—shifting more focus to the sun. This is actually the perfect time of year to observe the sun.

Now in 2025, solar activity is at its peak, meaning you can see many sunspots and solar flares. You can learn more about why this happens in our exhibit at the observatory, which will be on display until the end of May.