Griffith Park Observatory, in Los Angeles, tops our Savvy Socal list of things to do. Best of all, many events are available to enjoy for free.
The Griffith Park Observatory Observatory opened it doors to the public on May 14th, 1935. Its Foucault Pendulum, 12″ Zeiss telescope, and Planetarium have been thrilling visitors ever since. Famous for its hilltop location and classic architecture, the Observatory’s building, science exhibits, and grounds are open to the public FREE of charge Wednesday through Sunday year round. You can also view the night sky through the Observatory’s telescopes any evening. There is a nominal charge for shows in the Planetarium.
WHAT: Griffith Park Observatory Free Events. Monthly free events for 2012 include …
- First Friday of every Month 7:30pm-9pm – ‘All Space Considered’ at the 200 seat Leonard Nimoy Event Horizon, first-come first seated.
- Fourth Saturday of every month 2pm-9:45pm – Public Star Parties (public stargazing). Special schedules for Oct-Dec.
- Nightly Viewings — Public telescopes are available Free each evening the Observatory is open and skies are clear. Knowledgeable telescope demonstrators are available to guide visitors.
WHEN: Griffith Observatory hours Wednesday – Friday, 12pm – 10pm. Saturday – Sunday, 10am – 10pm. Closed holidays.
WHERE: 2800 East Observatory Road, Los Angeles, CA 90027. General Information Line: 213-473-0800.
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