The public is invited to the Summer Solstice Science Seminar at the historic observatory, designed in art deco style by local architect Clarence T. Jones. View Chattanooga's 20.5" telescope, built in 1938. Learn the science of the solstice. View the sun through a solar telescope. Learn about dark skies. Try a demonstration of less-polluting light fixtures. Meet members of the UTC Chemistry and Physics department and the Barnard Astronomical Society.

Free and open to the public.

Location:
Clarence T. Jones Observatory
10 N. Tuxedo Ave., Chattanooga, TN 37411
Park behind Brainerd United Methodist Church

For further details, large groups, or special accommodations contact:
Jack Pitkin
UTC Chemistry and Physics Department
423-425-4518
Jack-Pitkin@utc.edu
utc.edu/jones-observatory