Out in the middle of nowhere, which is where you want an observatory to be. Look at the telescopes during the day, attend Star Parties at night.
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McDonald Observatory
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Star Parties at night (Call to verify)
Phone:
432-426-3640
Admission:
Adults $9 day, $14 day + night
Phone:
432-426-3640
Admission:
Adults $9 day, $14 day + night
Opening Hours
- Mon 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Tue 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Wed 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Thu 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Fri 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
- Sat 10:00 am - 5:30 pm Closed now
- Sun 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
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