This Saturday, experience Talks & Telescopes at Mount Wilson! Artist Lita Albuquerque explores art, astronomy, and our place in the universe - then spend the night observing through the legendary 60-inch & 100-inch telescopes. Ideas, conversation, and the cosmos. 🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/lecture082226/

Within Sound 2 | Aug. 29 & 30: You don’t just listen to Michael Brewster’s acoustic sculptures—you walk through them. Move a few feet and the sound changes. Keep moving and discover something new. 🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/withinsound2

Spend an evening under the stars at Mount Wilson! Join us August 22 for Talks & Telescopes with acclaimed artist Lita Albuquerque, followed by dinner and hours of observing through our historic 60-inch and 100-inch telescopes. 🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/lecture082226

This weekend’s Matinee on the Mountain is sold out! But our next movie day is just around the corner. Join us September 12 for Andrei Tarkovsky’s sci-fi classic Solaris. Come early to explore, then enjoy the film at 3 PM. 🎟️ www.mtwilson.edu/events/movie091226

Missed a Talks & Telescopes lecture? Catch up anytime with talks on astronomy, history, art & more from speakers who’ve joined us on the mountain. Then come experience a future talk + observing through our legendary telescopes! Watch: mtwilson.edu/talksyoutube

Astronomy and art both begin with careful observation. Discover that connection in Russell Crotty: Nocturnal Landscapes From the Arid West, filling the historic 100-inch Telescope dome at Mount Wilson. Saturdays, 1–5 PM, through Oct 17. mtwilson.edu/events/arts-crotty2026

FREE Star Party! Fri Aug 7 | Sunset–1AM Join Mount Wilson Observatory & LAAS for a night under the stars! Explore galaxies, clusters, nebulae & Saturn & maybe spot an early Perseid meteor. No reservations required. More info: mtwilson.edu/events/starparty080726

Some experiences simply couldn’t happen anywhere else. This August, discover art, music, historic engineering, unforgettable observing, and family adventures - all at Mount Wilson Observatory. Join us on the mountain! 🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events

Astronomy and art begin with careful observation. Discover Russell Crotty: Nocturnal Landscapes From the Arid West inside Mount Wilson Observatory's historic 100-inch Telescope dome. Open Saturdays, 1–5 PM, through Oct. 17. Learn more: mtwilson.edu/events/arts-crotty2026

✨ Observe through Mount Wilson's legendary 60-inch & 100-inch telescopes on Saturday, July 25! Enjoy an astronomy talk, picnic or food truck dinner, then hours under the stars. One unforgettable evening at one of astronomy's most historic observatories. 🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/lecture072526

Escape the heat. Spend Saturday on the mountain! Enjoy cooler temperatures, explore the historic grounds, visit the Cosmic Café, then experience The Right Stuff in our historic auditorium. More than a movie—it's a mountain getaway. 🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/movie071826

Discover Mount Wilson Observatory with one of our expert volunteer docents! Weekend walking tours at 11:30 AM & 1 PM take you inside our historic telescopes and the discoveries that changed astronomy. Tickets available day-of at the Cosmic Café. Learn more: mtwilson.edu/weekend-docent-tours

There's something happening every weekend in July at Mount Wilson Observatory! Concerts, star parties, movies, telescope viewing, engineering tours, docent tours, the Cosmic Café, an art exhibition, & more. Plan your visit: mtwilson.edu

Gravitational waves, mountain sunsets, and observing through two historic giant telescopes! Join us this Saturday for Talks & Telescopes with Gabriel Vajente of LIGO, followed by viewing through both the 60-inch and 100-inch telescopes. 🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/lecture062026

Tickets for August & September Public Ticket Nights are now available! Experience the night sky through Mount Wilson Observatory's historic 60-inch and 100-inch telescopes. These events sell out quickly, so don't wait. 🎟️ mtwilson.edu/public-ticket-nights/

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Public Ticket Nights at Mount Wilson Observatory The astronomical seeing on Mount Wilson is often exceptional. Don’t miss this opportunity to come up by yourself or with a few friends or family to exp...

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A silent film about the cosmos. A live score with voice, woodwinds, synth, & organ. Yes, it's every bit as enchanting as it sounds. Join us for Matinees on the Mountain at Mount Wilson Observatory as we present Our Heavenly Bodies (1925). Saturday, June 13 • 3 PM 🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/movie061326/

June 20: Spend a summer evening atop Mount Wilson! Enjoy an astronomy talk, dinner from the food truck (or bring a picnic), and observing through both the 60-inch and 100-inch telescopes. Feel the ripple effects of a great night out! 🎟️ mtwilson.edu/events/lecture062026

FREE Star Party! Fri, June 12 | Sunset–1 AM Join Mount Wilson Observatory and the Los Angeles Astronomical Society for a free evening under the stars. See Jupiter, Venus, star clusters, galaxies, and nebulae through telescopes provided by LAAS members. Info: mtwilson.edu/events/starparty061226

There are many ways to explore Mount Wilson Observatory! Join a weekend public tour, book a private tour, take an Engineering Tour, or enjoy a self-guided visit. Discover the telescopes, history, and science that changed our understanding of the universe. Learn more: mtwilson.edu/tours

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Tours of Mount Wilson Observatory Step into a place where scientific history and stunning mountain views come together. Whether you join a docent-led walking tour, book a private group visit, or explo...

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We recently welcomed a group from Friends in Deed to Mount Wilson Observatory for an evening under the stars. Guests enjoyed views through our historic telescopes and a chance to experience the night sky from one of Southern California’s most significant scientific landmarks. Thanks for visiting! ✨🔭

The Cosmic Café will be OPEN all Memorial Day weekend (May 23–25), 10 AM–5 PM! Public tours: Sat & Mon: 11:30 AM & 1 PM Sun: 11:30 AM only

Music returns to the 100-inch dome this Sunday, May 24, for the opening concert of Mount Wilson Observatory’s 2026 season! Mendelssohn & Fauré performed beneath the great telescope at 3 & 5 PM. Tickets going fast: mtwilson.edu/events/concert052426

FREE Star Party: Fri, May 15 ✨ Sunset–1 AM at Mount Wilson Join LAAS for a night under the stars: Jupiter & Venus, plus a possible SpaceX launch No tickets or RSVP ℹ️ www.mtwilson.edu/events/starparty051526/

Talks & Telescopes — May 16 Our first lecture & observing night of the season with Michael Blanton (Carnegie Observatories). 5:30 PM talk + stargazing through the 60- & 100-inch telescopes. 🎟️ www.mtwilson.edu/events/talk051626/

Missed the first release? More Public Ticket Night dates are now live Additional dates will be released throughout the season. 🎟 www.mtwilson.edu/public-ticket-nights/

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Public Ticket Nights at Mount Wilson Observatory The astronomical seeing on Mount Wilson is often exceptional. Don’t miss this opportunity to come up by yourself or with a few friends or family to exp...

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Matinees on the Mountain return May 9 at 3 PM Join us for WALL·E (2008) - a perfect afternoon for all ages. Arrive early to explore or grab a bite at the Cosmic Café. 🎟️ www.mtwilson.edu/events/movie050926

Mount Wilson is known for its historic discoveries - but observing continues today. Our imaging program captures galaxies, nebulae, star clusters & planets - continuing a legacy of studying light. Images by Reggie Jones @ Mount Wilson Observatory www.mtwilson.edu/imaging

First Star Party of the season ✨ Fri, April 17 | Sunset–1 AM | FREE Join Los Angeles Astronomical Society at Mount Wilson Observatory for an evening under the stars. No tickets, no RSVP - just show up! mtwilson.edu/events/starparty041726/

Inside the 100-inch dome, Orion lingered just long enough for a glimpse of M42 before slipping below the horizon. A quick snap—but a real moment. (Photo: Nik Arkimovich) www.mtwilson.edu/observe/

A 1907 Steinway—built in the same era as Mount Wilson’s great telescopes—makes its home on the mountain. Join us April 26 for Echoes of Discovery, a special piano premiere & fundraiser in the 100-inch dome. 🎟 www.mtwilson.edu/events/piano...