Located on Kitt Peak of the Quinlan Mountains in the Arizona-Sonoran Desert about 50 miles outside of Tucson, the Kitt Peak Observatory is an astronomical observatory that rests 6,875 feet above sea level and is home to 24 telescopes.

The observatory has a visitor center that offers numerous programs for the public, including a unique night program that provides an introduction to astronomy, and an advanced observing program that explores professional astronomy. The observatory also occasionally offers astronomy camps and a variety of educational programs for all ages.

Tucson, AZ 85634

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