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Scroll through our Google Calendar or click Eventbrite to see an up-to-date list of upcoming events + easy online spot reservations.
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NEW EVENT SERIES
NEW EVENT SERIES
Teen Science Cafés (TSC) are free, out-of-school programs where teens and STEM experts connect through Q&A's, interactive presentations, and hands-on activities that explore exciting science topics in depth.
Teen Science Cafés (TSC) are free, out-of-school programs where teens and STEM experts connect through Q&A's, interactive presentations, and hands-on activities that explore exciting science topics in depth.
At the Allegheny Observatory, we bring pioneering researchers to present on topics such as the Higgs Boson and gravitational waves, followed by a Q&A, fun related activities, and snacks for all.
At the Allegheny Observatory, we bring pioneering researchers to present on topics such as the Higgs Boson and gravitational waves, followed by a Q&A, fun related activities, and snacks for all.
No prior STEM experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to explore.
No prior STEM experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to explore.
Sign up on our Eventbrite page linked above!
TSC Team + Dr. O'Grady with our new shirts!
Betelgeuse
Dr. Anna O'Grady
Jan. 2026
Gravitational Waves & Pulsars
Dr. Kosowsky
Feb. 2026
Higgs Boson
Dr. Homiller
April. 2026
Presentations + Q&A by Faculty & Researchers from...
Presentations + Q&A by Faculty & Researchers from...
PAST EVENTS
PAST EVENTS
Celebration of Student Research
Celebration of Student Research
ANNUAL
An annual gathering to present your research, listen to others, and eat great food.
Green Bank Radio Astronomy Trip
Green Bank Radio Astronomy Trip
ANNUAL
Our most anticipated event. An overnight research trip at the world-renowned Green Bank Observatory in West Virginia's National Radio Quiet Zone (NRQZ). Each year, we receive a new mission to complete by the next morning, working through the night in shifts to take data using a steerable radio telescope.
Haunted Space Mansion
Haunted Space Mansion
ANNUAL
A spooky scary observatory tour, tons of horrifyingly cool astronomy demonstrations, and science activity stations to mark the beginning of spooky season.
Astrophysicist for a Day
Astrophysicist for a Day
2023 - 2024
*Want us to bring back a discontinued event? Contact us to show your interest!
Clueless about astrophysics? This event will give you a glimpse into the life of an astrophysicist, culminating in a final presentation to showcase what you've learned.
Betelgeuse
Betelgeuse
Dr. Anna O'Grady
January 2026
Gravitational Waves & Pulsars
Gravitational Waves & Pulsars
Dr. Arthur Kosowsky
February 2026
Higgs Boson
Higgs Boson
Dr. Samuel Homiller
April 2026
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