About us
Battle Point Observatory is a place for stargazers, science enthusiasts, astrophotographers, artists, and curious people of all ages to learn and share about the cosmos.
What’s Up at the Observatory?
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Until June 12, donate to local area nonprofits through Bainbridge Gives! You keep our our STEAM program going as we provide planetarium shows and science programs to Kitsap schools. Give today through Bainbridge Community Foundation: Bainbridge Gives
View our full Events calendar for upcoming Observatory events, current Planetarium show schedule & more.
Special events in June include:
- June 9 Venus & Jupiter Conjunction Watch Party, if skies are clear [RSVP]
- June 13 Second Saturday Science Talk with an inside look at updates from Vera C. Rubin Observatory [Register]
- June 27 Paint Night at the Planetarium: Black Holes & Dark Matter! [Register]
Interested in a school visit, or a special planetarium show for your group? Learn more about our Programs
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We’re teaming up with Bainbridge Island Parks & Rec once again for out-of-this-world summer classes! Registration open through Parks (no onsite registration at Battle Point Observatory):
INTRODUCTION TO ASTRONOMY 101 Observe, discover, and learn about the wonders of the Universe. This 5-session beginner series is for curious minds to engage in hands-on learning experiences in astronomy, space exploration, and the technologies that make it possible. Ages 16+ REGISTER
PLANET PIONEERS Blast off with Planet Pioneers, led by Erin Howard, Rudolph Planetarium Manager and research Scientist with the Vera C. Rubin Observatory. Explore planets through hands-on activities, exciting lessons, movies, and planetarium shows. Discover gas giants, rocky worlds, and more while learning from a real-life astronomer. Perfect for young space enthusiasts ready to explore the wonders of our solar system! Ages 10-16 REGISTER
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Are you curious about the mysteries of the universe? Are you awed by stars and planets? Do you wonder about our place in the order of things? You’re invited to join us for unforgettable experiences that will leave you mesmerized and inspired!
2 Views of the Andromeda Galaxy.
Member view is on the right.
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Become a member to access our lending library of astronomy resources and telescopes!
Many thanks to these community organizations for their continued support
