UCC Observatory Tour
- Time
- 6pm - 6.45pm
- Date
- 12 Nov 2026
- Duration
- 45 minute(s)
- Presenters
Professor Paul Callanan, School of Physics
- Audience
- All ages
- Keywords
- Astronomy
- Category
- Tours
- Cost
- Free
- Registration Required
- Yes
- Registration Information
FULLY BOOKED
- Organising Department
School of Physics, UCC
Step inside the historic Crawford Observatory at University College Cork and experience a rare glimpse into Ireland’s astronomical past.
Built in 1881, this beautifully restored Victorian observatory houses original telescopes and instruments that once opened up the heavens to generations of stargazers. On this guided tour, you’ll learn how Cork became a centre for 19th-century astronomy, explore the stories behind the Observatory’s remarkable craftsmanship, and discover how its 150-year-old innovations connect to modern astronomy. Perfect for anyone curious about the stars or the history of how we’ve studied them.
Tours will be led by Professor Paul Callahan, Head of Physics at UCC and the driving force behind the Observatory’s restoration.
College of Science, Engineering and Food Science
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Contact us
Block E, Level 3, Food Science Building, UCC, Cork, T12 YN60.