James C. Veen Observatory

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Lowell, United States

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Observatory· Tourist attraction

James C. Veen Observatory Reviews | Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars (8 reviews)

James C. Veen Observatory is located in Lowell, United States on 3308 Kissing Rock Ave SE. James C. Veen Observatory is rated 4.9 out of 5 in the category observatory in United States.

Address

3308 Kissing Rock Ave SE

Phone

+1 6168977065

Amenities

Good for kids

Open hours

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Susan E

This is an amazing gem in West Michigan! Public viewing nights are posted on the GRAAA website, and they usually hold them two Saturdays per month. After you step out of your car you walk up a welcoming ground level lit 1/4 Mile paved walkway up to the observatory. They have two telescopes, although sometimes only one is open to the public. Members bring their own telescopes and show patrons various celestial bodies/clusters. We have seen the rings on Saturn along with a few moons, and also the cloud bands on Jupiter with some moons! You won't be disappointed!!

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Derek Wilson

It's nested nicely away from the city, and provides a fairly decent dark sky area for nighttime photography

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Brandon Rapp

Took the family here on an open public night. So much fun; the kids really liked it too! We will definitely be back!

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Steve Lilly

Very friendly and helpful staff. Amazing equipment available for members to use.

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Felidia Walker

I saw Jupiter God is amazing Jupiter is beautiful

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James Duane

My wife and I had our first date here almost 17 years ago. Special place for us and for Michigan.

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Haram Gil

Very friendly people who love to share and show their knowledge of astronomy. It's always a very romantic and scenic place to be during a clear summer night. The entrance fees are always dirt cheap and there is always a large group of astronomers with different kinds of telescopes to show what the skies hold for the night.

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Kevin Daley

I great local hidden destination that can provide an amazing glimpse at the larger picture. Enjoyed by children and adults alike. Several telescopes provided for viewing some of the different celestial objects and the cost is minimal, going to support the GRAAA. Check their schedule and weather permitting, check it out!