Observatories are home to some of the biggest and most impressive telescopes in the world. As many amateur astronomers know, there are numerous ways to experience the night sky beyond looking through a telescope in your own backyard. Kentucky has impressive observatories that offer a wide variety of star parties, tours, and observatory programs that will expand your knowledge of astronomy and your love of the night sky, whether you are new to astronomy or have been in the hobby for years.
For your convenience, we have compiled an alphabetical list of observatories in Kentucky that offer programs for the public.
Disclaimer: This information was collected from the observatories’ websites in July 2024. Some information may be subject to change if the websites are updated. If interested in visiting one of the listed observatories, please contact the observatory for the latest information before you visit.
21-M SPACE TRACKING ANTENNA
Operated by the Space Science Center at Morehead State University, the Morehead 21 Antenna is a full motion 21-Meter class antenna system engaged in a research program in radio astronomy. It also serves as an Earth station for satellite mission support and a test bed for advanced radio frequency systems. It is located in Morehead, Kentucky.
Telescope
The 21-M is considered to be a medium-aperture telescope where apertures of radio telescopes have been generally categorized by a ratio of the aperture diameter to the incident wavelength.
Visiting
There is currently no information available regarding visits. To learn more about MSU's Department of Physics, Earth Science and Space Systems Engineering programs, visit www.moreheadstate.edu/phes, email [email protected] or call 606-783-2381.
Image Credit: Moorehead State University
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