GMS Observatory
The Place for Star Gazers: Gordon MacMillan Southam Observatory
Located next to the Space Centre, the Gordon MacMillan Southam Observatory features a ½-metre Cassegrain telescope to explore the skies around Vancouver.
More specifically, the telescope is a ½-metre, f/16 classical Cassegrain reflector telescope on a fork-style equatorial mount, and equipped with a 15cm f/15 refractor guidescope (achromatic lens). For specifications on the telescope, please click here.
The drive system of the telescope is "go-to" (fully computer controlled), and is based on an Astrometrics Instruments servomotor package.
| Cam and Raminder discuss the different types of telescopes used to learn about the Universe. |
The Observatory dome was built in 1979 and has a span of 10 metres in diameter and hemispherical.
Knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff and volunteers will guide your exploration and answer your questions.
Click here for public viewing nights and hours.
To confirm observatory openings, please call (604) 738-2855 or guest services at (604) 738-7827 ext 240 after 8:00 pm.
Admission by donation.
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Every 3rd Saturday of each month!
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Daytime Hours
Monday - Friday 10am-3pm
Saturday & Holidays 10am-5pm
Sunday 12pm-5pm
Evening Astronomy Shows
Saturday 7:30pm and 9:00pm
Children's Birthday Parties
Perfect for ages 6 to 12 read more
GMS Observatory
Saturday 8:00pm
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