Chiefland Astro

Chiefland Astro The Chiefland Astronomy Village is located on the west coast of Florida, one hour west of Gainesville and two hours northwest of Orlando.

It enjoys very dark skies and moderate temperatures at a southernly latitude of 29˚N. Chiefland Astronomy Village is home to The Billy Dodd Observing Field, a members only, deep sky observing facility. For information on how to become a member and use the field, please click the following link https://shorturl.at/fvLUV

Saturday is our Spring Picnic. The field is filling up and tonight's weather is looking good.Picnic 1:00PMSwap Meet 3:00...
04/17/2026

Saturday is our Spring Picnic. The field is filling up and tonight's weather is looking good.
Picnic 1:00PM
Swap Meet 3:00PM

Clear skies!

Work is being done in our area to help preserve the night sky. Alachua County is taking steps that can serve as a guide ...
03/26/2026

Work is being done in our area to help preserve the night sky. Alachua County is taking steps that can serve as a guide for Levy County, home to the village. Be sure to stay up to date and help us solve the challenge of light pollution.

A University of Florida fine arts alumnus is helping Alachua County take steps toward restoring darker night skies.

By combining art, technology and NOAA satellite data, Jay Rosen (BFA ’13, UF School of Art + Art History) developed an interactive app that allows users to model how reducing light pollution could improve visibility of the Milky Way over Paynes Prairie while also benefiting wildlife, human health, agriculture and municipal energy costs.

His work is already informing local conversations — and action — around dark sky policy in Alachua County.

Read more: https://arts.ufl.edu/news/restoring-the-milky-way-arts-alumnus-develops-app-to-reduce-light-pollution/ 🌌🔭

It's a great weekend for observing with a field full of astronomers. Don't forget, the Spring Picnic is coming up soon, ...
03/22/2026

It's a great weekend for observing with a field full of astronomers. Don't forget, the Spring Picnic is coming up soon, April 17-19. Please register on chieflandastro.com so we can prepare for everyone.

11/03/2025

Astrofest really flew by but we had a blast and hope you did too. We would love to see your favorite photos of the event and the wonders you were able to capture at night.
Here is an early morning flight around the field, with a few feathered friends passing through.

Send a message to learn more

Welcome home Amateur Astronomy Magazine . We are thrilled to see you at Astrofest.
10/19/2025

Welcome home Amateur Astronomy Magazine . We are thrilled to see you at Astrofest.

Good morning Astrofest!! A friendly reminder, RV guests may begin check-in at 12:00pm under the pavilion. Tent campers a...
10/17/2025

Good morning Astrofest!!
A friendly reminder, RV guests may begin check-in at 12:00pm under the pavilion. Tent campers are asked to arrive at 2:00pm.

See everyone soon! Safe travels.

Work continues both inside and out getting ready for Astrofest. Our restorator, Dave, President of Alachua Astronomy Clu...
10/13/2025

Work continues both inside and out getting ready for Astrofest.
Our restorator, Dave, President of Alachua Astronomy Club spent so much time and effort turning this Criterion Dynascope into an absolute stunner. We are thrilled to see its installation at the museum in time for you all to enjoy.

The team is busy getting ready for Chiefland Astrofest 2025. We are just one week away and excited to welcome you to the...
10/12/2025

The team is busy getting ready for Chiefland Astrofest 2025. We are just one week away and excited to welcome you to the event.

Address

5450 NW 52nd Court
Chiefland, FL
32626

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Chiefland Astro posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to Chiefland Astro:

Shortcuts

Share

Category