Ballarat Observatory and Museum

One of regional Australia's largest collection of 19th-21st century working telescopes. Museum collection of astronomical artifacts, books and equipment. 3D Astrotour Theatre.

For over 100 years, the Observatory has served the Ballarat community and for the last 50 years it has been managed by the Ballarat Astronomical Society. This is a unique situation; a municipal observatory, run by an amateur group. Apart from its astronomical use, the Observatory buildings and telescopes are of great historical interest, and were classified by the National Trust in 1989, and added to the Historic Buildings Register in 1992.

Opening Hours:

The Observatory is generally open every Friday and Saturday except public holidays half an hour before sunset. Bookings required.

Cost:

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