Landolt Astronomical Observatory at LSU

BR, stop doomscrolling and come look at actual stars 🤭
We’ve got a Star Party with telescopes aimed at the Moon, planets, and whatever else is glowing up there ✨

Before you head over, peek at our socials for weather updates. If the clouds roll in, observing won’t happen, but we’ll keep you in the loop ☁️

📅 Dec 6 • ⏰ 7:30 to 9 PM

📍 Nicholson Hall Rooftop

🎟️ Totally free

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family friendly

🚫 Not wheelchair accessible

‼️RESCHEDULED for SUNDAY November 2nd, 2025 due to weather‼️
Hey Baton Rouge, come see the night sky with us! 🌙✨ We’re hosting a public Star Party at the LSU Landolt Astronomical Observatory and EVERYONE is welcome. Take a peek through our telescopes and catch amazing views of the Moon, planets, and stars. 🌌
Before you head over, check our socials for weather updates. If it’s cloudy, there won’t be any observing, but we’ll keep you posted.

📅 When: Sunday, November 2nd, 2025

⏰ Time: 7:30 -9:00pm

📍 Where: LSU’s Landolt Astronomical Observatory, located on top of Nicholson Hall

🎟️ Free & open to everyone!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly fun for all ages!

🚫 Please note: This event is not wheelchair accessible.

Come for the stars, stay for the wonder. 🌠

LSU College of ScienceLSU Department of Physics and AstronomyLSU Baton Rouge Astronomical Society

Get ready to explore the night sky! 🌙✨ Join us for an unforgettable evening at the observatory, where you can gaze through telescopes at the Moon, planets, and countless stars. 🌌

Check our socials regularly for updates on how weather may impact public nights. If it’s mostly cloudy, there won’t be any observing since the celestial skies will be out of sight. Let’s hope for clear skies ahead! ✨🔭

📅 When: Saturday, October 4th, 2025

⏰ Time: 8-9:30pm

📍 Where: LSU’s Landolt Astronomical Observatory, located on top of Nicholson Hall

🎟️ Free & open to everyone!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly fun for all ages!

🚫 Please note: This event is not wheelchair accessible.

Come for the stars, stay for the wonder. 🌠

LSU College of Science LSU LSU Department of Physics and Astronomy Baton Rouge Astronomical Society The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) 225 Magazine

🔭✨ Star Party: Full Moon Edition! 🌚

🌕It’s a FULL MOON night — and you’re invited!
Join us at LSU’s Landolt Astronomical Observatory to witness the Moon shining at its brightest! 🔭 Explore lunar craters up close and soak in the night sky. Whether you’re an astronomy enthusiast or just curious about the night sky, this event is for the entire community — not just LSU students and staff.

✨ What’s in store:
🌟 Telescope views of the Moon, planets, and stars
🌠 Family-friendly cosmic fun
‼️ Note: The observatory is not handicap-accessible.
📅 Date: Saturday, April 12th, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:30 p.m. - 10 PM
📍 Location: LSU’s Landolt Astronomical Observatory (Nicholson Hall rooftop)
🎟️ Admission is FREE — no RSVP needed!

☁️🌌 Stay in the loop! 🌟
Check our socials regularly for updates on how weather may impact public nights. If it's mostly cloudy, there won’t be any observing since the celestial skies will be out of sight. Let’s hope for clear skies ahead! ✨🔭

LSU Department of Physics and Astronomy LSU College of Science LSU