Allan I. Carswell Astronomical Observatory

A comet, planetary alignment and an active sun part of solar eclipse show

The upcoming solar spectacle is eclipsing some of the other interesting skyward happenings, but York University Assistant Professor Elaina Hyde, director of the Allan I. Carswell Observatory, is available to discuss what else to watch for on April 8.

2022 YEAR IN REVIEW: York installs new state-of-the-art observatory domes

New observatory domes will allow for global astronomy research collaboration and more public outreach

Two new observatory domes were lifted into place today at York University’s Allan I. Carswell Astronomical Observatory, replacing the original 1960s ones.

Two new observatory domes coming to York U will improve night sky viewing

Two new state-of-the-art domes will replace the original 1960s domes at the Allan I. Carswell Astronomical Observatory at York University, opening the night sky for better viewing of planets, stars, nebulas and more.