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Burke-Gaffney Observatory

Location


Loyola Building
Halifax, NS
Halifax Metro

Contact

t: 902-496-8257

Rates & Dates

Open year-round

The observatory contains a reflecting telescope, 40 cm (15.6 in) in diameter, used to view the planets, the moon, and other interesting celestial objects. Observatory tours are offered, call for information.

Facilities / Services

  • Parking
  • Limited accessibility

Date details/Hours of operation

1st & 3rd Sat of each month (every Sat during summer), 9 or 10pm in summer, 7pm in winter. Clear evenings only.

Admission

Details: Admission free.

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