Even though our facilities are closed, we are back "online" with our New Astronomy Streaming Series. Come check it out!

Unfortunately, due to the current pandemic, and our concern for our guests here at the University of North Texas, all public programs in the UNT Sky Theater planetarium, and the Rafes Urban Astronomy Center are suspended until further notice.

-Ron Diiulio, Director

Come join us at the Rafes Urban Astronomy Center on the first and third Saturday of every month for our Star Party. At Star Parties, you can learn about the night sky from our knowledgeable staff and students and enjoy an opportunity to see objects in space through our telescopes!

PRICING:

Admission to our monthly star parties is $5 per person. Children 4 and younger get in free.

We also offer a Saturday Sky Theater / Star Party (Observatory) Combo Deal:

- Students/UNT Employees/Seniors/Kids: $9

- Adults: $12

* Credit/Debit Cards NOT accepted

HOURS OF OPERATION:

Star Parties are held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of every Month, and begin 30 minutes after sundown (weather permitting).

Time for sunset can be found here.

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DIRECTIONS:

Note: Due to construction, this is the ONLY route to the Rafes Urban Astronomy Center. This change may not be reflected in all GPS devices.

The Rafes Urban Astronomy Center is located at 2350 Tom Cole Road, in Denton, TX.

From I35W exit FM 2449 and turn northwest and continue 2.9 miles. Turn right on to C.Wolfe Rd and travel 1.6 miles. Turn right on to Tom Cole Rd and continue 1.2 miles. The Rafes Urban Astronomy Center will be on the left.

Please be aware...

There is a field for vehicles to park in at the RUAC. You may want to choose closed-toed footwear as you will be walking in grass to get to the Observatory.

Winter months tend to get very chilly, so you may want to bring your own hot beverages!

During the summer months you might consider bringing your own bug repellant and cool beverages.