Frostlights: A Winter Galaxy of Light and Sound at Yerkes Observatory
Join us this winter for Frostlights, a new immersive experience for all ages.
Yerkes Future Foundation Announces Second Annual Fall Fundraiser: “Cosmic Construction”
Yerkes Future Foundation announces its second annual Fall Fundraiser, Cosmic Construction, taking place on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
Basket Weaving with the Pigeon Family
The Pigeon Family joins Yerkes to demonstrate generations-old Black Ash basket weaving traditions on the grounds.
Save the Date for our Fall Fundraiser
Save the date for our Fall Fundraiser at Yerkes Observatory — sponsorship opportunities are available now.
Meet the Shell in the Sky Artists!
Meet the Anishinaabe elders, artists, and knowledge keepers featured in our new exhibit, A Shell in the Sky.
A Shell in the Sky | Midewigaan Miigis – An Immersive Anishinaabe Exhibition at Yerkes
An immersive exhibition sharing Neshnabé, Ojibwe, and Odawa star knowledge, art, and cultural teachings at Yerkes.
2026 Speaker Series
Our 2026 Speaker Series lineup is here, featuring poet Nicholas Gulig, author Robin Wall Kimmerer, and more.
Yerkes in 2025
A look back at 2025’s milestones in science, education, and the ongoing restoration of Yerkes Observatory.
Save the Dates! 2026 Open House Schedule
Save the dates for our 2026 Open House season, now with on-site parking instead of trolley transportation.
Yerkes Observatory Gains Full Ownership of Iconic Glass Plates
Yerkes Future Foundation now fully owns its historic collection of 180,000 astronomical glass plates.