University of Rhode Island observatory
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The University of Rhode Island supports campus astronomy through two facilities: an observatory at its W. Alton Jones Campus and a planetarium on the main campus.
About University of Rhode Island observatory
Alongside the observatory at the W. Alton Jones Campus, the university runs a planetarium on its main campus, at the corner of Upper College Road and Engineering Row, used for public astronomy programs.
Telescopes & research
The planetarium is equipped with an Evans & Sutherland Digistar3 projection system inside a 16-foot dome with carpeted seating, supporting shows and education for students and the community.
Location & getting there
The observatory and planetarium serve the University of Rhode Island's campuses in Rhode Island, in the northeastern United States.
Visiting University of Rhode Island observatory
Public planetarium shows and observing programs are held periodically; check the university's website or contact the astronomy program before you travel.
See your named star from here
Once you've named a star with Star Register, an observatory like this one can help you find it in the sky. Search our catalogue for its coordinates before your visit.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.