UWS Penrith Observatory, Werrington, NSW, Australia
S 33° 45.725 E 150° 44.505
56H E 290855 N 6261932
Situated on the University of Western Sydney (UWS) is this observatory that is open for evening sky viewing - for a fee.
Waymark Code: WMPMRX
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Date Posted: 09/22/2015
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"The Penrith Observatory is part of the School of Computing Engineering and Mathematics and is operated by a dedicated team of volunteer staff and students that belong to the Computational Astrophysics Imaging & Simulation (CompAIS) group.
"At the Penrith Observatory the CompAIS group conduct engagement and outreach programs that include astronomy nights and workshops for the public and for primary and secondary schools. The astronomy nights and workshops are designed to enhance and extend teaching and learning in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) via astronomy and space science. The group also provides teacher workshops, and specialised group programs.
"A visit to the Penrith Observatory can include listening to fascinating talks on various aspects of Astronomy or STEM given by some of Australia's most eminent and internationally recognised astronomers, physicists and engineers, a 3D astronomy movie, and viewing of the night or day sky through the observatories various telescopes including the main 0.6 m telescope (weather permitting)."
Public Programs:
Twice a month on a Saturday night UWS Penrith Observatory runs public astronomy programs which can be booked for, at the "What's On" page at (
visit link) . Cost at 2017: $18 for adults, and #12 for Children and Concession; Family - $50.
Private Group Bookings:
UWS Penrith Observatory is also available for special events and workshops that can be tailored to suit individual needs of your group. These special events can be held during the day or the night on weekdays or weekends. They include - Birthday parties, community groups, cubs, Scouts and Girl Guides, senior groups, vacation care groups. To organise and book your special event, email: penrithobservatory@uws.edu.au
[Cost of Basic Program: #12/person, with a minimum cost of $360, and a Maximum group size of 90.)
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!