The observatory makes the planets, stars, comets, and other celestial bodies immediately accessible to view.
Selu Observatory is free and open to the public on clear Friday evenings during the academic year (Fall and Spring Semesters) beginning at 8pm. Sessions usually last about two hours, but may run longer or shorter depending on interest and sky conditions.
The Observatory is available at other times as well, so please monitor this page for announcements about additional hours.
If groups or other interested parties would like to schedule time at the Observatory, please call 540-831-5828.
Radford University's Selu Observatory is a remarkable resource for Radford, the surrounding counties, and all of southwest Virginia. A few miles from Exit 109 off I-81, its location makes it possible for Radford University students, school groups, families and interested local citizens to have the wonders of the universe available in a convenient setting.
The observatory makes the planets, stars, comets, and other celestial bodies immediately accessible to view. It allows researchers to investigate the dynamics of the universe, and it allows interested amateurs to see first hand the intriguing objects in space that affect tides, weather, seasons, and other aspects of our lives. School children can gain exposure to technology that will help them develop an interest in science.
