The David Dunlap Observatory is an astronomical observatory site in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada. Established in 1935, it was owned and …
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May 7, 2022
We attended the family astronomy night and were able to take part and learn both about the facility and about space! My son had an amazing time. Full review by FoodieTee87
Oct 15, 2020
The observatory allowed us to photograph our friends wedding at the observatory, simply stunning, with great views and amazing grounds, truly beautiful Full review by chefbynite
Jan 26, 2020
I have been here a few times and they had the observatory open to view Saturn. They also had a lot of astronomy experts set up their telescopes on the grounds to see the moon, mars and the Milky Wa… Full review by wandersoles
Is this place still up and running? I tried to register on the site 2 weeks ago and I'm still waiting for the email to confirm my sign in. Also the voicemail is full and I can't find a schedule for tours. I would love to take my son, any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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I think they only do special nights like meteor showers and such. Well they used to. Haven't seen them open in a long time. It's such a shame.
What are the costs and touring times? If we want to skip the lecture and just view the telescope because of a young child-is that also possible? Any weekend telescoping visiting hours? Thanks in advance. Diyan..
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Great question Times have chanced since I went a while back Here is current Public lecture TalksAt the Ontario Science CentreGeneral PublicOrganized by RASC Toronto Centre …
Great question Times have chanced since I went a while back Here is current Public lecture TalksAt the Ontario Science CentreGeneral PublicOrganized by RASC Toronto Centre Wednesday, July 20, 2016 - 7:30pm to 9:30pm Join us for our monthly recreational astronomy night meeting. This is where our members get to show their latest projects, or give tutorials and tips on just about everything to do with Astronomy. Talks start at 7:30, socializing starts at 7:00. Michael Watson - Shooting the Summer sky: Images and techniques Patrick McDonald - Observing Mercury and Venus Stuart Heggie - The evolution of an astrophotographer Mehdi Bozzo-Rey - A trip to Mars with the Curiosity rover Who can attend: Everyone including non-members Fee: Free Reservation not needed Location: Ontario Science Centre (follow the signs to the RASC meeting)
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