Nubbin Ridge Observatory
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Nubbin Ridge Observatory is an amateur astronomical observatory in Arkansas, United States, used for research-grade spectroscopic observations of stars.
About Nubbin Ridge Observatory
The observatory contributes to academic astronomy through spectroscopic work carried out with the UCA Fiber Fed Spectrograph, supporting studies of variable stars and eclipsing binary systems.
Telescopes & research
Observations at the site are made using the UCA Fiber Fed Spectrograph, an instrument built for taking spectra of stars rather than direct imaging. This equipment supports research into variable stars and eclipsing binaries, feeding into wider academic astronomical projects.
Location & getting there
The observatory sits in the Royal/Amos area of Arkansas, in a rural part of the state that offers relatively dark skies for research observing.
Visiting Nubbin Ridge Observatory
No official public visiting hours are listed for this site, which is used primarily for academic research. Check with local astronomy groups such as Arkansas Sky Observatories before planning a visit.
See your named star from here
Arkansas's dark rural skies are exactly the kind of setting that makes finding a named star straightforward. If you've named one through Star Register, look up its coordinates in our star catalogue and spot it for yourself.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.