Past Events

Join the astronomy department for a free public viewing at the Painter Hall telescope.

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm • In Person

McDonald Observatory would like to invite young astronomers and their families to join their livestream to learn about eclipses and the sun.

11:00 am • Virtual

Join the astronomy department for a free public viewing at the Painter Hall telescope.

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm • In Person

Discover the enchanting stories that make the Hill Country such a unique place.

7:00 pm – 8:15 pm • In Person

Speaker(s): David M. Hillis

Part of a free concert series sponsored by the Department of Neuroscience providing a mid-day arts break.

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm • In Person

Join the astronomy department for a free weekly public star party on the roof of the Physics, Math and Astronomy Building (PMA).

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm • In Person

Join the astronomy department for a free public viewing at the Painter Hall telescope.

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm • In Person

Part of the College of Natural Science’s Experiential Learning Week.

10:30 am – 4:30 pm • In Person

Speaker(s): Alex Huth

The grand opening event will include fun, games and learning for all, with opportunities to visit new exhibits, as well as old favorites.

10:00 am – 2:00 pm • In Person

Join the astronomy department for a free public viewing at the Painter Hall telescope.

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm • In Person