Your Window on the Universe

THE OBSERVATORY WILL BE OPEN ON SATURDAY APRIL 12TH

​Programs

  • Explore Mars
  • Astro Shorts (latest Astronomy news)
  • Lincoln’s Spring Sky
  • Most recent images from the James Webb Space Telescope

​Objects in view in the Telescopes:

    • The Moon  (April 5 & 12)
    • Mars (all night, best early evening)
    • Jupiter (best early evening)
    • Deep Sky Objects (galaxies, nebulae, star clusters)

Hours

We’re open every Saturday year-round.

Hyde may be closed if Saturday falls on or very near a major holiday. See above for notices of other closures. If in doubt call first: (402) 441-7094.

March 15-August 31

Sundown to 11 PM

September 1-30

8 PM to 11 PM

October 1-March 14

7 PM to 10 PM

Our Telescopes

Featuring views of the night skies through our 4 telescopes!

Presentations and Programs

Astronomy Presentations every Saturday Night!

It's all Free

There is NO ADMISSION CHARGE