Vanderbilt University Dyer Observatory

Historic Building/Landmark ; Music Venue ; School

Regular astronomy events are currently suspended, but the Bluebird concert series, field trips, venue rentals, and WEEKDAY DAYTIME drop-in visits (by appointment only) are available at this time. PLEASE EMAIL dyerobservatory@vanderbilt.edu for information or to arrange a visit time. Please email dyerobservatory@vanderbilt.edu or call (615) 373-4897 with questions. Updates will be posted as they are available.

Vanderbilt University Dyer Observatory is a special place of learning tucked high atop one of the tallest peaks on the southern edge of Nashville. Here, both school children and the public are introduced to the wonders of astronomy and space exploration. The primary instrument at Dyer is the 24″ Seyfert telescope.

The Dyer Observatory is also home to the wildly popular Bluebird on the Mountain concert series.

Dyer Observatory is closed annually December-February.

LOCATION

Vanderbilt University Dyer Observatory

1000 Oman Drive, Brentwood, TN 37027

ALBUQUERQUE LITTLE THEATRE

FOOD

Cheese Coffee Caf Downtown
Liu Chinese Fast Food
Vinaigrette
Garcias Kitchen The Original
Route 66 Malt Shop
Bottger Mansion of Old Town

Accommodation

Bottger Mansion of Old Town
Liu Chinese Fast Food

Drink

Bottger Mansion of Old Town
Liu Chinese
Vinaigrette

PUBLIC HOURS

Tuesday through Friday 8am–5pm by appointment. Public event dates and times are listed on the calendar. Available for school field trips or community tours with reservations.