Kirkwood Observatory — Local services in Bloomington

On Wednesday nights, the public can come for free to view something different each time through the old telescope from 1908. Just show up after sun down. It's run by the astronomy department students and is good for kids and families, as well as a date! I've seen Saturn, the moon, and other stars through...

I've liked every viewing I've gone to here. The volunteers are really excited and show you cool things. The one drawback is that they only have viewings once a week (Wednesdays) for a couple hours so the observatory is often really packed - especially when school is in session. You have to get...

Like the stars say (no pun intended, but neither do I apologize for it), "it was okay." I went to see Mars and have to tell you, it was a big slushy dot!

I shaved my legs for THAT?

But it's a cool old building with a lot of nostalgic appeal for people who are captivated by history, I'll...