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Donating to the Observatory:

Visits to the Observatory are free but if you would like to make a donation to support our work please see below. Our recommended donation is $5 which you can select on the 'other' category.

https://giving.yorku.ca/Observatory

To make a donation to the Allan I. Carswell Observatory:

Click on the link above.
Once on the form, please indicate your gift amount and complete your donor information. For a $5 amount, you would hit 'other' and enter '5' . When finished, click “Next>>” at the bottom of the page.
Fill out your billing and credit card information. When finished, click “Next>>”
Review your information to ensure that it is correct. If you need to make edits, please click the “<<Back” button at the bottom of the page, otherwise, if all information is correct, click “Submit”.
Once submitted, you will receive an email confirmation from York University to the email provided on the form that will include your tax receipt.

Allan I. Carswell Observatory 2 days ago

Did you know? only 5% of the universe is ACTUALLY visible, this visible universe includes galaxies and celestial objects like planets, moons etc. rest is composed of dark energy and dark matter.

Allan I. Carswell Observatory 5 days ago

Are you ready for this month's in-person tours? well, you should be because the start of the new month means an in-person tour and observing! happening Wednesday, 8th Dec. Follow along with this tweet for information needed. Visit: for more information. https://t.co/I8nao7cuLO

Allan I. Carswell Observatory 5 days ago

Happening tonight! Don't forget to tune in at 7:30pm ET.

Allan I. Carswell Observatory 5 days ago

RT @AstroHyde: Our last guest speaker of the season so don’t miss this amazing talk by @astrojipjawej happening TONIGHT @yorkobservatory 🌟💫🌟

Allan I. Carswell Observatory 6 days ago

If you are looking for a gift this holiday season, what could be better than an amazing astrophotography calendar and post cards? Visit: to get it now!

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