Frosty Drew Observatory and Science Center

9 reviews

+1 (401) 859-1450

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The Milky Way Galactic Nucleus shines brightly over Frosty Drew Observatory.

The vast Milky Way stretches over Frosty Drew Observatory as astronomers, stargazers, and night photographers revel in the galactic expanse.

A fabulous 22º lunar halo over Frosty Drew Observatory. Winter is on!

The Milky Way silhouetted by Frosty Drew Observatory. A perfect night under the stars!

Saturn in the Frosty Drew Observatory telescope. Spring and Summer are Saturn's viewing seasons at Frosty Drew.

Even the daytime sky is amazing over Frosty Drew Observatory. A double rainbow after a passing thunderstorm.

61 Park Ln

Charlestown, RI 02813

+1 (401) 859-1450

https://frostydrew.org

Frosty Drew Observatory and Science Center in Charlestown, RI is a hub for astronomical exploration and education. The facility houses an observatory and sky theatre where visitors can delve into the wonders of the cosmos.

From hosting events like the "Celebration of Space" to capturing stunning images like the Lunar Occultations of Mars, Frosty Drew offers a unique space for engaging with celestial phenomena. Visitors can learn about lunar events, planetary alignments, and more from the dedicated astronomers at Frosty Drew.

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4.59 reviews

Michele L.

8/12/2022

Came here tonight (8:30) because we had a visitor from Hawaii staying with us for a couple of weeks. Thought this would make an interesting outing. I have been here a few times before but never on...

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Kim V.

11/15/2017

An awesome little spot within a park in south county. It's a little observatory for us nerds that love space things. Saturn was clear that night so there was a long line of people waiting to see...

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Jeannie T.

11/29/2016

What a cool observatory! It is small but definitely a fun place to visit - especially if you're in the Charlestown, RI area or will pass by it. It was a bit hard to find in the dark but it was so...

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S S.

9/5/2020

Wonderful opportunity to see Saturn, Jupiter, and more stars than you would in most other places in Rhode Island. During COVID they are mindful of limiting number of people by asking everyone to...

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Kara C.

10/22/2018

I came here for Observe the Moon Night on Saturday and had a blast! Frosty drew is located in beautiful Ninigret Park. It is such a dark part of New England that the stars are absolutely beautiful...

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