W. M. Keck Observatory
Keck Observatory hosts and participates in a variety of public events, such as science nights at the libraries, Solar System Walks in Waimea, the Merrie Monarch Parade, and the Waimea Christmas Parade. These events offer individuals of all ages learning activities in astronomy, science and engineering.
W. M. Keck Observatory
From Hawaii’s Maunakea, astronomers around the world use W. M. Keck Observatory to observe the universe with unprecedented power and precision. The twin Keck Observatory telescopes are the world’s most scientifically productive optical and infrared telescopes.
Our Facilities – W. M. Keck Observatory
Step inside our telescope facility and check out one of our twin telescopes, Keck I, in the viewing area marked by a blue door. You may also peruse through gallery exhibits to learn about Keck Observatory’s research and operations.
Our Story - W. M. Keck Observatory
From Hawaii’s Maunakea, astronomers around the world use W. M. Keck Observatory to observe the universe with unprecedented power and precision.
Keck I and Keck II Telescopes – W. M. Keck Observatory
The W. M. Keck Observatory was the first facility on Mauna Kea to use remote observing. Mirror A telescope tracks objects, sometimes for hours, across the sky as the Earth turns.
Telescopes – W. M. Keck Observatory
The twin W. M. Keck Observatory telescopes are the world’s most scientifically productive optical and infrared ground-based telescopes. Each telescope operates with nanometer precision.
Photos – W. M. Keck Observatory
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News - W. M. Keck Observatory
2024年8月9日 · Maunakea, Hawaiʻi – Astronomers have spotted the biggest pair of black hole jets ever seen, spanning 23 million light-years in …
Science – W. M. Keck Observatory
This year’s annual Keck Science Meeting will be held September 15-16 as a hybrid event. You may attend in-person at Caltech or virtually via Zoom and Slack. Learn more about the exciting science results made possible by Keck Observatory’s science community and register today!
Tracking a Lone Star Speeding Across the Milky Way - W. M. Keck …
2024年8月9日 · This rare stellar speedster is the first “hypervelocity” very low mass star found, thanks to the efforts of citizen scientists and a team of astronomers from around the country using several telescopes, including two in Hawaiʻi – W. M. Keck Observatory on Maunakea, Hawaiʻi Island and the University of Hawaiʻi Institute for Astronomy ...