Flagstaff's Lowell Observatory

Looking at the sun at Lowell

Lowell Observatory is a haven of science-based fun for kids and adults. Check their activity calendar before you go so you can get in on tours and special telescope viewing times of the wonders of the sky from solar viewings in the day to stars, planets, the moon and more at night.
Lowell is the home of Pluto’s discovery (even if you don't want to call it a planet, that's a pretty cool find)! You can learn all about that and everything else under the sun.
During the summer months, your admission is good all day so you can check out the tours and museum portions during the less busy daytime and return for stargazing when they are more crowded at night.
Lowell is open daily during both day and night June through August. Check their website for hours of operation other times of the year when they run on a different schedule.