Astronomical Viewing: Sola Fide Observatory
Public viewing nights:On select Saturdays throughout the year, reserve a time slot for our upcoming public view night by calling 507-437-7519, sending us an email at info@hormelnaturecenter.org, or sending us a message on our facebook or instagram!
Reservations are required to keep Times are offered every 20 min to allow for disinfecting between groups. *This event is weather dependent. If it is raining or cloudy it will be cancelled.* March 6th & 20th - 8 pm April 10th & 17th - 8 pm May 1st - 8-10 pm & 15th - 9 pm June 5th & 19th - 9 pm July 17th & 31st - 9 pm August 14th & 28th - 9 pm September 11th - 9pm & 25th - 8 pm October 9th & 23rd - 8 pm November 6th & 13th - 8 pm This is still a free program and open to anyone. Masks are required to be worn by all participants at the observatory. Time slots are spaced out so that the area can be disinfected in between groups. Walk-ins will not be accommodated. |
DirectionsFrom I-90, take Highway 218 south for 2.5 miles. Turn right (west) onto County Road 28 and drive 1 mile until you reach a stop sign. Turn left (south) onto County Road 29 and drive 1.5 miles. Turn right (west) onto 180th Street and drive 1/4 mile. The Observatory driveway will be on your right. Click here for Google Maps directions.
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