Harry Bayley Observatory

Harry Bayley Observatory The Harry Bayley Observatory is home of The Barbados Astronomical Society Inc. Visit us every Friday night, presentations start @ 7pm. Situated in Clapham, St.

See social media for event details. Contact us is via our website www.hbo.bb or message us here. Named after Dr. Harry Bayley, distinguished Barbadian and keen amateur astronomer, the Harry Bayley Observatory is the only one of its kind in the Eastern Caribbean. Michael, the Observatory was officially opened in 1963. Thanks to the help and generosity of the Sfumato Foundation, the Observatory has been refurbished and re-equipped. Its primary instrument is now a 16-inch Meade telescope. The Harry Bayley Observatory is the home of the Barbados Astronomical Society, founded on June 12, 1956, by Dr. Harry Bayley and Mr. Eustace Thomas. When Dr. Bayley died in 1958, the membership voted to erect an observatory in his memory. An acre of land at Clapham, St. Michael, was donated for the site of the building which was designed by the late Barbara Hill. Following a five-year campaign of fund-raising by members and donations from a kind public, the observatory was constructed and finally dedicated in January 1963. Now registered as an incorporated, non-profit organization, The Barbados Astronomical Society, Inc. continues to manage the observatory.

Skywatchers, We are excited for this weekend!! Saturn is back in our skies and taking centre stage! 🪐✨This Friday 2 AND...
29/09/2026

Skywatchers,

We are excited for this weekend!! Saturn is back in our skies and taking centre stage! 🪐✨

This Friday 2 AND Saturday 3 October, join us at the Harry Bayley Observatory for Saturn in Sight! Saturn is approaching opposition, making this one of the best times of the year to see the ringed planet. 🔭🌌

🌟 If conditions are favourable, we’ll be looking out for:
🪐 Saturn
✨ Venus
🌌 Messier 8
🌠 NGC 7331
⭐ The Hercules Cluster

📍 Harry Bayley Observatory, Observatory Road, Clapham, St. Michael
🗓️ Friday 2 & Saturday 3 October
🕖 7:00 PM nightly
🎟️ $25 adults | $10 kids
💻 Friday gameshow presentation via Zoom: $15

This is fun for the young and the young at heart, we look forward to seeing you!!

Skywatchers,Unfortunately we are postponing the event this evening due to poor viewing conditions. See you next week!
25/09/2026

Skywatchers,

Unfortunately we are postponing the event this evening due to poor viewing conditions. See you next week!

24/09/2026
23/09/2026

Skywatchers, ✨🌌

What do the Moon, a ringed planet, a glowing nebula, a star cluster and a distant galaxy have in common? They’re all part of this Friday’s journey “Beyond Our World: Five Cosmic Wonders!” 🚀🔭

Come along as we explore five remarkable sights in the night sky—and discover what makes each one so special. 🌙🪐✨

Then, the real sky becomes our classroom as we head outside for a sky tour! 🔭🌠
🌟 If conditions are favourable, we’ll be looking out for:

🌙 The Moon
🪐 Saturn
🌸 Messier 8
✨ The Hercules Cluster (Messier 13)
🌌 NGC 7331

Bring the kids, bring a friend, and bring your biggest questions about the universe! 🤩💫

📅 Friday, 25 September 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Harry Bayley Observatory
Observatory Road, Clapham, St. Michael

🎟️ Donation: Adults $25 | Kids $10

💻 Can’t make it to the Observatory? Join us for the presentation via Zoom for $15! See www.hbo.bb for details.

Sky viewing depends on favourable conditions. 🌤️🔭

🌌🔭

Skywatchers,Bajan Lunafest is here!!!! Come join us for an afternoon fun and astronomy, games and activities in the aft...
19/09/2026

Skywatchers,

Bajan Lunafest is here!!!! Come join us for an afternoon fun and astronomy, games and activities in the afternoon and then we'll move onto observing the moon after the sun goes down! We are looking forward to seeing you!

Skywatchers,One more sleep!!!!! 🌙✨ Calling all young explorers, curious minds and future scientists! 🚀🔭Join us tomorrow...
18/09/2026

Skywatchers,

One more sleep!!!!!

🌙✨ Calling all young explorers, curious minds and future scientists! 🚀🔭

Join us tomorrow for Bajan Lunafest — A Family Event for Youthful Stargazers! 🌌

As part of the global International Observe the Moon Night, we’ll be celebrating our connection to the Moon with an evening filled with fun games, hands-on activities and exciting opportunities to explore astronomy and science! 🧪🪐🌙

There will be activities for all ages, so bring the entire family and get ready to learn, play, discover and look up together! 🤩

📅 Saturday, 19 September 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM–8:00 PM
📍 Harry Bayley Observatory
Observatory Road, Clapham, St. Michael
🎟️ Donation: $10 per person

Come celebrate the Moon, explore the wonders of space and help inspire the next generation of Bajan scientists and stargazers! 🌙🔭✨

We can’t wait to see you there!

18/09/2026

Skywatchers, ✨🌌

Some laws were made to be broken—but not even light can escape the mysterious pull of a black hole! 🕳️✨

Join us tonight as we explore “Black Holes: Illuminating Gravity’s Outlaws.” 🔭🌠

Discover what black holes are, how they bend space and time, and why these strange cosmic objects continue to fascinate astronomers and challenge our understanding of the Universe! 🌌🤯

After the presentation, the real sky becomes our classroom as we head outside for our sky tour! 🔭✨

🌟 If conditions are favourable, we’ll be looking out for:

🌙 The Moon
🪐 Venus
🌌 Messier 27 – The Dumbbell Nebula
✨The Hercules Cluster
🔵 The Ring Nebula

Perfect for **families, kids, curious minds, astronomy lovers and anyone fascinated by the mysteries hiding in our Universe!** 🤩

📅 Friday, 18 September 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Harry Bayley Observatory
Observatory Road, Clapham, St. Michael

🎟️ Donation:
👨‍👩‍👧 Adults – $25
🧒 Kids – $10

💻 Can’t make it to the Observatory?
Join us for the **presentation via Zoom for $15!

Bring the family, bring a friend and bring your questions as we shine a little light on the darkest objects in the Universe! 🕳️🌠

Skywatchers, Barbados is joining the world in looking up! 🌍🌙✨This Saturday, 19 September, the Barbados Astronomical Soci...
16/09/2026

Skywatchers, Barbados is joining the world in looking up! 🌍🌙✨

This Saturday, 19 September, the Barbados Astronomical Society joins lunar enthusiasts across the globe in celebrating International Observe the Moon Night with our very own Bajan Lunafest! 🔭🚀

Come explore the wonders of our nearest celestial neighbour and discover why the Moon is a place of discovery. 🌕✨

There’ll be fun games and activities for all ages, making this the perfect event for children, families, budding astronomers and curious minds who have ever looked up and wondered about the Moon and the secrets it holds. 🎲🎯🤩

As evening falls, we’ll join people around the world in turning our eyes—and our telescopes—to the Moon! 🔭🌙

📅 Saturday, 19 September 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM–8:00 PM
📍 Harry Bayley Observatory - Observatory Road, Clapham, St. Michael
🎟️ Donation: $10

Bring the family, bring your curiosity and come celebrate the Moon with Barbados—and the world! 🌎🌙💫

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Observatory Road, Clapham, St. Michael
Bridgetown
BB14008

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