McCarthy Observatory

McCarthy Observatory A non-profit, all volunteer observatory providing science education to students and adults. We host monthly open "star parties" and school field trips.

We host monthly open "star parties", school field trips, Scout visits, and various events celebrating special celestial wonders. We encourage student research, and are available for special educational programs. On our website you can schedule a private visit. Your tax-deductible donation will help us continue providing educational opportunities for the community. Checks made out to "McCarthy Observatory" can be mailed to McCarthy Observatory, P.O. Box 1144, New Milford, CT 06776. Thank you!

The next open house at the observatory is June 13, 8:00-10:00 pm. We hope you can make it.
05/29/2026

The next open house at the observatory is June 13, 8:00-10:00 pm. We hope you can make it.

Thank you to all who came to our 25th anniversary celebration! Our next event is May 9th, 8:00-10:00 pm. See you there...
04/24/2026

Thank you to all who came to our 25th anniversary celebration! Our next event is May 9th, 8:00-10:00 pm. See you there.

Hi folks, we have a special event planned for the next open house on April 11th. This will be our 25th anniversary cele...
03/27/2026

Hi folks, we have a special event planned for the next open house on April 11th. This will be our 25th anniversary celebration and dedication of the new telescope dome. Come hear some interesting speakers and view the night sky if the weather allows. Hope to see you there!

Please join us for the next star party on Saturday, March 14th 7:00-9:00 pm. We will have a special presentation by Cyn...
02/21/2026

Please join us for the next star party on Saturday, March 14th 7:00-9:00 pm. We will have a special presentation by Cynthia Bonnell, New Milford K-5 STEM teacher. Hope to see you there! Several telescopes will be set up if weather allows.

We have made the difficult decision to postpone our 25th Anniversary Celebration due to the expected snow and extreme co...
02/06/2026

We have made the difficult decision to postpone our 25th Anniversary Celebration due to the expected snow and extreme cold. Please stay warm, and we will announce rescheduled dates once finalized!

Please join us as McCarthy Observatory celebrates our 25th anniversary of service to the community and to science. On F...
01/11/2026

Please join us as McCarthy Observatory celebrates our 25th anniversary of service to the community and to science. On February 7th at the New Milford High School auditorium we will also dedicate our new dome, the Center for NEO (Near Earth Objects) Studies. No reservations needed, light refreshments will be offered.

Happy New Year, everyone! Our first event for 2026 is on January 10th, 7:00-9:00 pm. Please join us.
12/31/2025

Happy New Year, everyone! Our first event for 2026 is on January 10th, 7:00-9:00 pm. Please join us.

Twenty five years ago this month McCarthy Observatory had its official opening. Come join us for a review of the quarte...
12/08/2025

Twenty five years ago this month McCarthy Observatory had its official opening. Come join us for a review of the quarter century of dedication to the community and to science. Saturday, December 13, 7:00-9:00 pm.

Great photos of our two domes! Thank you Dr. Parlato.
11/26/2025

Great photos of our two domes! Thank you Dr. Parlato.

Thank you to New Milford Public Schools and the superintendent’s office for your support!
11/25/2025

Thank you to New Milford Public Schools and the superintendent’s office for your support!

Address

388 Danbury Road
New Milford, CT
06776

Telephone

(860) 946-0312

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