Daytime solar telescope viewing is provided outside the McDonnell Planetarium as part of our regularly scheduled Solar Sundays program. A variety of solar telescopes and safe viewing techniques are used to provide guests safe views of the Sun, including the ability to see features like sunspots and solar prominences.
Solar Sundays are scheduled on Sundays between Memorial Day and Labor Day from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. All events are weather dependent and are subject to sudden cancellation.
In 2024, a special springtime edition of Solar Sundays will be offered in March during the lead up to the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. Please check the for additional solar telescope opportunities.