Oak Bay observatory
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Oak Bay Observatory, also known as the Brydon Observatory, is a small but notable part of the astronomical history of Oak Bay, in Victoria, British Columbia.
About Oak Bay Observatory
The observatory was historically located at 2390 Oak Bay Avenue in Oak Bay, Victoria, before later relocating to the grounds of Mr. and Mrs. Peters at Victoria Centre. It forms part of the recorded history of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada's (RASC) Victoria Centre.
Location & getting there
Oak Bay sits on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada, in North America, on Canada's Pacific coast. Use the map on this page for its precise coordinates.
Visiting Oak Bay Observatory
Given its history of relocation, current public access to Oak Bay Observatory is not confirmed. Those interested should check with the RASC Victoria Centre, which maintains records of the site's history and current observing activities in the area.
See your named star from here
Victoria's clear coastal nights make Oak Bay a pleasant place to think about a star you have named through Star Register. Look up its exact coordinates in the star catalogue to see when it might be visible from here.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
