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How do I visit the Mount Graham International Observatory?

Tours of the observatory, which houses the world-renowned Large Binocular Telescope, are conducted through the Eastern Arizona College Discovery Park Campus. Trained volunteer docents guide the tours, which run on Saturdays only from mid/late-May through late October, weather permitting. Advance reservations are highly recommended.

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