Public Observatory

Volunteers engage visitors in observing the Sun, Moon, and planets through telescopes at the Public Observatory. On days when it’s cloudy, Observatory volunteers interact with visitors at Discovery Stations inside the Museum. Your training will include how to use telescopes and communicate about astronomy with the public, as well as Discovery Station training. Volunteers are needed weekdays, weekends, and occasional evenings. You must be at least 16 years old to volunteer. For more information, please contact:

Katie Nagy
Public Observatory Coordinator
202-633-2396
SIObservatory@si.edu
airandspace.si.edu/pop