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.
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.
Save the Date: 2025 Open House Schedule
Save the dates for our four 2025 Open House events, each with a unique theme, speaker, and family activities.
The Milky Way White Oak
A White Oak born in 1773, older than the Declaration of Independence, still stands on Yerkes’ historic campus.
Join us for a Community Day in the Bay!
Join our Community Day open house with solar observing, hands-on activities, and food trucks on the lawn.