Windows on the Universe Center for Astronomy Outreach, Schuk Toak District

About Windows on the Universe Center for Astronomy Outreach

Taṣogida Ki: Center for Astronomy Outreach occupies the recently-retired McMath-Pierce Solar Telescope at Kitt Peak National Observatory, making it the world's first science center located inside a working telescope. Visitors explore interactive exhibits and educational programs within the telescope's retrofitted interior, experiencing daytime solar disk viewing through the telescope's iconic architecture. The center features interactive spectroscopy displays, nighttime viewing of bright celestial objects, and Science On a Sphere shows that deepen understanding of astronomy research and the cosmos. The lobby orients visitors to the McMath-Pierce's history, celebrating its discoveries from 1962 to 2017, when it was the world's largest solar telescope and helped map the Sun's magnetic field and support Apollo training. A free audio guide in English and Spanish enhances the experience. Located in Schuk Toak District, the center operates daily with hours published on the venue's website. Tickets are sold online through the Kitt Peak National Observatory site.