Drake University hosts public educational lectures at the Municipal Observatory each Fall, Spring, and Summer term.

Visitors can expect a brief Astronomy lesson followed by stargazing with expert guidance. Lectures begins at 8 PM, regardless of weather. Sky Viewing begins at dark if clear conditions. Children 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Please contact Drake Physics & Astronomy to request accommodations. Admission is free and open to all! 

Fall Lecture Series 2024

September 20: NOVA: Tau Corona Borealis 

September 27: A Super Nova 

October 4: Building a Solar System 

October 11: Building a Solar System pt. 2 

October 18: Maria Mitchel: American Astronomer 

October 25: Cassini Mission: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Saturn 

November 1: What Time is It? 

November 8: Topic TBD