Dunedin Astronomical Society

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The Beverly-Begg Observatory is open to the public from 7:30-9pm on Sunday Nights during winter (daylight savings hours) $5 per person cash only

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Dunedin Astronomical Society is open to anyone with an interest in astronomy. We hold regular meetings with a main meeting on the first Tuesday of each month (except January) and a workshop night on the third Tuesday of each month (except December and January).

During night time savings the Beverly-Begg Observatory is open to the public from 7:30pm on Sunday Nights between March and September. Although the Observatory is open regardless of weather, we can only view astronomical objects when the sky is reasonably clear!

DAS hosts group nights for school groups, clubs or anyone else who would like a private session at the Beverly-Begg Observatory

Public nights are held each Sunday night during Night Time Savings starting at 7:30pm and generally finishing around 9pm (depending on demand).

Admission fees are $5 for adults and $3 for children. There is no charge for members.

There is no fixed program so you may arrive at your convenience. The focus is on viewing astronomical objects using the society's telescopes. Opportunities may be available to try your hand at astro-photography if you have a suitable SLR camera.