As Yerkes has become a space at the confluence of culture, art, and science, we have so much going on. From our speaker series to our roster of tours to our star parties, keep up to date by getting on our email list, following us on social media, and visiting us in person. We're forever evolving into a place of diverse programs for kids and adults alike. Writers, artists, sculptors, photographers, musicians, engineers, chemists, tech innovators, and astronomers are collaborating to understand how science inspires the arts and how the arts inspire cosmic discovery. We're eager to work together at this epicenter of BIG IDEAS. What was a dormant institution a couple years ago and a construction site under full restoration just last year is now a vibrant place filled with enthusiasm, focus, and new voices in conversation. Discover what’s happening in Cobb & Hale's three domes and the junction of Olmsted ellipses. More importantly, discover how you can tap into the energy.
Yerkes is excited to welcome all for a celebration and exploration of art at our next open house on Thursday, May 21 from 6pm – 8pm! Join us for a chance to connect with local artists and Yerkes staff, learn new artistic techniques, hear music in the dome, and to create your own art inside…
All of us at Yerkes are proud to announce the 2026 cohort of undergraduate summer interns! Our interns will be joining us in Williams Bay for 9 weeks this summer starting in June. During this immersive, hands-on experience, our interns will engage with research focused on digitizing and utilizing the Yerkes glass plate collection and…
This event is sold out! Join us for our yearly Messier Marathon open house on Friday, March 13 from 8pm – 10pm! We’re thrilled to once again partner with the Milwaukee Astronomical Society, where they’ll provide an educational presentation about Messier objects and marathons, hands-on educational activities, and Messier observing outside on the South lawn…
Calling all K-12 educators! We’re pleased to announce that we will once again host our popular educator professional development workshops during Summer 2026. Participants in this event will tour the observatory, connect with regional like-minded educators, learn how to facilitate and receive materials for a hands-on activity, and attend a lunch-and-learn session that explores techniques…
We are excited to announce that we are hiring an education specialist to support our growing education and outreach offerings at Yerkes! This position offers a rare opportunity for the right candidate to make their mark on one of the iconic institutions and landscapes in the history of science. One of the major goals of…