JWST Public Night
Cronyn Observatory Western University, London, Ontario, CanadaCome join us to Know more about First images of James Webb Space Telescope and talk to Astronomers who has very first access the JWST's data.
Doors Open
Cronyn Observatory Western University, London, Ontario, CanadaCronyn Observatory will participate in Doors Open London on Sep 17, 2:00 - 10:00 pm. The observatory, which showcases our cultural and historical heritage, will be open for tours. We will observe the sun through solar telescope in the afternoon and stargazing in the evening (weather permitting). It’s a free event, no registration is […]
Rocks on Earth and in Space
“Rocks on Earth and in Space” This Saturday join us for a joint public event - a collaboration between the Richard W. Hutchinson Geoscience Collaborative Suite (1 - 5 pm) and the Cronyn Observatory (5 - 10 pm). Start your afternoon by checking out beautiful exhibitions of rocks, minerals and meteorites and you can head […]
SNAC Public Night
On November 1st, we will open up the Cronyn Observatory for the public to enjoy short talks by professional astronomers, look at celestial objects through our telescopes (weather permitting), participate in cool astronomy demos and step back into the rich history of the Cronyn Observatory. For this Public Night, we are joining forces with the […]
Public Night
Have your chance to tour the observatory and look at celestial objects through telescopes (weather permitting). You can participate in Astronomy demos, and step back into the rich history of our unique facility. You're invited to this Public Night!
First public night of 2023!
Welcome to our first Public Night of 2023, where we will focus on the "Green Comet". Join us on Saturday January 28th, 2023, Saturday, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. One of our expert astronomers will share their knowledge on comets and other solar system bodies. If the weather cooperates, we will set up telescopes and […]
Girls and Women in Astronomy
Join us on February 11th, 2023, at Cronyn Observatory to celebrate Girls and Women in Astronomy. (+ Costume Contest alert!) This is an all-genders welcome public event on the occasion of International Day for women and girls in Science. Get a chance to hear from an expert panel about women in science, their journey and […]
Black Astronomy
We would like to invite everyone to the Observatory’s first public night in honour of Black History Month! The event will focus on the history, present, and future of the Black community’s contributions to Astronomy. Join us on Saturday, February 25th, 2023, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. We will have two amazing speakers who will […]
Launching Western into Space
You are cordially invited to our next public night! Join us on March 18th, 8:00 to 10:00 pm, to meet a team of brilliant students at Western University! Hear how they designed and built their own miniature satellite (called Ukpik-1), that they will launch into space very soon. This is your opportunity to hear about […]
Public Night
Join us on the occasion of Earth Day at Cronyn Observatory on April 22nd, 8:00 to 10:00pm! This event is open to the public and you'll have the opportunity to hear from an astronomer who will share fascinating insights about saving the Earth from asteroid Impacts. In addition to the astronomy talk, you will […]
Summer Public Night
Have your chance to tour the observatory and look at celestial objects through telescopes (weather permitting). You can participate in Astronomy demos, and step back into the rich history of our unique facility. You’re invited to this Public Night!