Hulbert Observatory - Cranbrook Institute of Science - Bloomfield Hills, MI - Astronomical Observatories on Waymarking.com

The Hulbert Observatory, along with the rest of the museum, was constructed in the late 1920s-early 1930s. Its six-inch refracting telescope was purchased by Judge Henry Schoolcraft Hulbert in 1927.

The observatory is free with museum admission. Viewing hours are Friday evening, 8:30 to 10pm, and Sunday afternoon, 1 to 4pm, both weather permitting.

Museum hours and rates:

Admission Daily 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 10pm
Closed Easter Day, Independence Day, Labor Day through Sept. 13, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Day and New Year's Eve and Day.

Adults	$9.50
Children (ages 2-12)	$7.50
Seniors (ages 65+)	$7.50
Children under 2 yrs	Free
Members	Free

Friday Evening Admission 5 - 10pm

Adults	$5.50
Children (ages 2-12)	$4.50
Seniors (ages 65+)	$4.50
Children under 2 yrs	Free
Members	Free

The museum also has a planetarium (additional fee applies)

Observatory Purpose: Research Optical / Infrared Telescopes?: Yes Radio Telescopes?: No Solar Telescopes?: No Open to the Public?: Yes Is this a Club Observatory?: No Public Viewing Allowed?: Yes Active Observatory?: Active Number of Telescopes or Antennas: 1 Site URL: [Web Link] Year Dedicated or Opened: 1930 Altitude (meters): Not Listed

Visit Instructions:
Note the time of day of your visit, and your own photo of your favorite part of the observatory. This might be the view from the observatory, picture of your favorite building or favorite exhibit. (Be mindful of flash photography rules!)

If you participated in an observing session, let everyone know what you saw!

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