Baton Rouge, Louisiana
The Highland Road Park Observatory, operated by LSU and BREC, provides a window to the universe for the Baton Rouge community. It features high-powered telescopes and hosts public viewing nights, science camps, and lectures.
20-inch and 16-inch reflecting telescopes; Weekly public viewing sessions; Educational programs and science academy.
Attend a Friday night lecture or viewing; Observe the moon and planets through professional telescopes; Participate in a science camp.
Friday and Saturday nights for public viewing (weather permitting).
Free admission for most events; Fees for some programs.
Telescopes; Meeting room; Restrooms; Park setting.
Check the weather and sky conditions before visiting; Dress for outdoor temperatures.
Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center; Perkins Rowe; BREC's Highland Road Park.