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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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.

August 2024 Astro Calendar

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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FOR OUR MOST CURRENT ASTRONOMY UPDATES

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

Now on YouTube

Vanderbilt's Dr. Aaron Stemo dives into the Webb telescope’s exciting discoveries and provides a viewer's guide for some of its most iconic images.

Watch on YouTube

Now on YouTube

Dyer Observatory' director, Dr. Billy Teets, discusses how astronomers glean information such as the composition, temperature, and velocity of celestial objects--all from light!

Watch on YouTube

Bluebird on the Mountain Announcements

We have no special announcements at this time.

Please visit the Bluebird on the Mountain page for general information.

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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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