Mount Wilson Observatory
The Observatory and grounds are open to the public to visit, and during the spring and summer hosts public programs including observing through the historic telescopes, lectures, concerts, educational programs, and more.
Visiting - Mount Wilson Observatory
Located on the summit of Mount Wilson above Pasadena at an altitude of 5715 feet, Mount Wilson Observatory is visible from much of the Los Angeles area. Free of charge, visitors can view the historic Hooker 100-inch telescope from the Visitors’ Gallery inside the dome.
Mount Wilson Observatory | Observing
Mount Wilson’s 60-inch telescope provides incredible views of some of the most beautiful objects in the night sky and is among the largest in the world accessible to public viewing.
Mount Wilson Observatory | Our Story
In 1904, the Mount Wilson Observatory was founded by George Ellery Hale under the auspices of the Carnegie Institution of Washington. In that year, Hale brought the Snow Solar Telescope from Yerkes Observatory in southern Wisconsin to the sunnier and steadier skies of Mount Wilson to continue his studies of the Sun.
Mount Wilson Observatory | 100-inch Telescope
Weather, telescope/observatory operations and/or external reasons are some factors that may require cancelling the session. Pre-session Tours of the Observatory: A private tour can be combined with an observing session for a nominal extra fee. This is a great way to get grounded in the remarkable history of the Observatory and to see the both ...
Mount Wilson Observatory | Events
Check them out below, sign up for a few, and come explore our beautiful Observatory campus. CONCERTS Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan curates thoughtful musical adventures under the magnificent vaulted dome of the 100-inch telescope.
HPWREN tower cams - Mount Wilson Observatory
Mt. Wilson Observatory HPWREN TOWER CAMS – CURRENT IMAGES. CLICK TO VIEW LARGER IMAGE
Mount Wilson Observatory Astronomical Museum
Built in 1936, he Mount Wilson Observatory Astronomical Museum features historical photographs taken by the Mount Wilson telescopes as well as photographic & documental histories of the Observatory and vignettes of current research programs.
Tours - Mount Wilson Observatory
Docent-led walking tours of the Observatory are available every Saturday and Sunday at 11:30AM & 1PM during the spring and summer.
Mount Wilson Observatory | Public Ticket Nights
Public Ticket Nights at Mount Wilson Observatory Our 2024 Season of Events has concluded. We have an exciting schedule of events planned for the mountain in 2025!