Dyer Observatory

Our mission is to inspire public interest in science, technology, engineering, math and astronomy through community events, student outreach, and educational resources.

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Explore with Us

From field trips and summer camps, to telescope nights, Meet the Astronomer evenings and concerts under the stars, we welcome you to discover Dyer Observatory.

Plan Your Visit

All visits must take place during a ticketed event.

 

Click on our "Events & Ticketing" tab for event descriptions and the link to our ticketing page. Events are added throughout the year, so check back from time to time.

 

We regret we cannot accommodate small private tours at this time.

Top Resources

A Tennessee Treasure

Crowning one of Nashville's tallest peaks, our telescopes have pointed toward the sky since 1953. We are surrounded by scenic Radnor Lake State Park and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 
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Meet the Astronomer, Nov 21 at 7pm CT

When mathematics and physics collide: black-hole mergers, neutron stars, and the Einstein theory of relativity with Vanderbilt's Dr. Marcelo Disconzi.

Watch live on YouTube

Registration Now Open

If you are 50+ and would like to learn in the Vanderbilt University community without homework, OLLI at Vanderbilt is for you!
Our Dr. Billy Teets is teaching an astronomy class that meets Wednesday mornings ONLINE beginning January 15.
 
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MONTHLY ASTRO CALENDAR

Download the calendar every month to keep up with events and to take a look back at fascinating dates in aerospace and science history.

Open the hi-res image and save/export it into your preferred file format.

November 2024 Astro Calendar

MONTHLY STAR CHART

Download the chart evey month to keep up with events in the night sky.

Open the hi-res image and save/export it into your preferred file format.

November 2024 sky chart

Astronomy Updates

Visit our Blog page to keep up with current astronomy events. All posts are written by Dyer staff.

Recent posts include the nearing comet, a lunar eclipse recap, and a new look at the Eagle Nebula!

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We post our most time-sensitive astronomy updates (such as aurora information) to our social media accounts Facebook, X, and Instagram. Check those sites or follow us to keep up!

 

Earth and Space Weather

View real-time regional weather conditions plus aurora activity, sunspots, and Moon phases.

Dyer Sky Report
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  • Dyer's Library

    Browse our library during ticketed events or set it up for a memorable event rental.

  • Bluebird on the Mountain

    Dyer Observatory partners with the famed Bluebird Cafe for a concert series that runs May through October.

  • Summer Camps

    Dyer holds summer camps for rising 5th-8th graders that feature hands-on activities.

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