Holcomb Observatory and
Planetarium, administered by the Department of
Physics and Astronomy, has been serving Butler
University students and the Indianapolis public for nearly 60
years. The observatory, one of the largest public observatories in
the world, houses a 38-inch Cassegrain reflector. The observatory
and planetarium are open to the public on a regular basis from late
January through late July, and mid September through early
December. All astronomy and astrophysics courses are taught at the
observatory. Students at both the introductory and advanced levels
of astronomy and astrophysics use the telescope for their
laboratory and research projects to study the cosmos. If you
would like to know more about degree programs in physics,
astronomy, or engineering please visit the Department of Physics and
Astronomy.