Where are the observatories at the Chabot Space Center?
The observatories at Chabot Space & Science Center are located 37.819 degrees North latitude and 122.182 degrees West longitude. Visit the Weather Station to view the current conditions. While the Observatory is currently closed for public viewing, join Chabot’s resident astronomers virtually every Saturday evening!
How big is the planetarium at Chabot?
Chabot features a 241-seat full dome planetarium, interactive and hands-on exhibits, space artifacts, a giant screen theater, a Challenger Learning Center, and the only research-level telescopes regularly available to the public for weekly live viewing in the Western United States.
What was the name of Anthony Chabot’s telescope?
Chabot’s historic 8″ Alvan Clark refractor telescope is the original 1883 instrument donated by founder Anthony Chabot. In 1883, Anthony Chabot, a successful hydraulic engineer and provider of water to the City of Oakland, agreed to fund an 8-inch telescope.
When is Chabot observation deck on September 26?
Sunday, September 26 6:30-10 p.m. Chabot Observation Deck Adults $15 Youth $5 Members Free Get Tickets Enjoy a warm summer evening of activities and stargazing on Chabot’s stunning Observation Deck! Learn about stellar concepts and preview our new offerings with special demonstrations, hands-on challenges and more.
Where are the observatories in the East Bay?
Our observatory deck offers breathtaking views 1,500 feet above the Bay. The observatories at Chabot Space & Science Center are located 37.819 degrees North latitude and 122.182 degrees West longitude. Visit the Weather Station to view the current conditions.
Which is the most powerful telescope at Chabot?
Chabot’s houses three telescopes on its observatory deck. Nellie, Chabot‘s most powerful telescope, is a 36 inch reflector telescope, housed in a rolling roof observatory that allows access to 180 degrees of sky. This modern, research-quality telescope offers breathtaking views of the cosmos.