Imagine how exciting it must have been at Yerkes during its scientific heyday—casually passing respected astronomers in the hallway or watching them at work late into the night searching the cosmos. You can still walk where they walked, think your own big ideas where they thought, and create where they created. Yerkes Observatory is quite a vital place these days, filled with enthusiasm and imagination. Discover what’s happening now and how you can tap into the energy.
We are excited to announce that we are hiring! After being open for almost a year now, we are ready to expand our team and grow as an organization. These positions offer a rare opportunity for the right candidates to make their mark on one of the iconic institutions and landscapes in the history of…
Our staff is absolutely jazzed over this piece! Grainger, generally known for their industrial supplies and equipment, have a series of articles on their Grainger Know How page about people and places who make and run big, singular things. Many of these articles have videos that show the real behind the scenes work that these…
Join us for Yerkes’ Inaugural Star Party on the lawn! We are excited to host our first event of the year! This rain or shine event will take place March 17th from 6:30-9:30 PM. There will be an array of activities including telescopes on the South lawn, a Messier Marathon, a Space Radio live broadcast,…
Witness The World’s Tallest Glass Tree Live at Yerkes Observatory in December 2022 and Beyond!
On tours I’ve given, I’ve often met guests who recommend books, shows, or podcasts to listen to. Recently, one guest suggested I listen to the Unwell Podcast because it sounded vaguely familiar to our story here at Yerkes. The podcast, Unwell: A Midwestern Gothic, is a storytelling podcast that takes place in the fictional town…