Social Media
*Our events are highly dependent on weather and sky conditions. Please check our social media for updates:
Instagram: rothneyobservatory
Facebook: rothney.observatory
Location
210 Avenue W, Hwy 22 S, Foothills County, AB T1S 2W7.
Coordinates: 50.8684°N 114.2910°W
**In an emergency call 911 and give this address: 198070 Highway 22.
Programs and Events
For information about school groups, youth groups, tours and events, contact rao@phas.ucalgary.ca.
Technical Information
For questions about the RAO telescopes, please contact Phil Langill at pplangil@ucalgary.ca.
General Inquiries
Email rao@phas.ucalgary.ca or call (403) 931-2366.
Mailing Address
Department of Physics & Astronomy, University of Calgary, SB 605, 2500 University Drive NW Calgary, AB T2N 1N4.
Accessibility
The RAO is not accessible via Calgary Transit. Our buildings, paths, and all but one telescope are wheelchair accessible. Please note that the Observatory grounds include grass, gravel, and other uneven surfaces. If you have any accessibility concerns, please get in touch before your visit.