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About the Clay Center
Operated by Dexter and Southfield Schools, the Clay Center for Science and Technology is a state-of-the-art astronomical observatory and learning center. In addition to the observatory's seven research-grade telescopes, this five story building contains sophisticated computer and science laboratories, a multi-media lecture hall, classrooms, dining, and meeting spaces, and a solar energy roof deck. We invite you to use this site to learn more about the Clay Center and its programs.  You may join the Friends of the Clay Center to receive special news and invitations to events. 

The Clay Center was named in recognition of the generous support of Lavinia and Landon Clay.
Recent News
Spectacular Lunar Eclipse

The Total Lunar Eclipse of Wednesday, February 20, was a great success, both because of the weather that cleared up miraculously in spite of the cloudy forecast, and because of the huge crowds and publicity generated.


Upcoming Events
Public Telescope Night
9/9/2008
Location: Clay Center Observatory
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Open from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.  <register>
Public Telescope Night
9/16/2008
Location: Clay Center Observatory
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Open from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.  <register>
Brookline Adult Ed Classes begin: Sec.01
9/23/2008
Location: Clay Center
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
See Adult & Community Education page for details.
Public Telescope Night
9/23/2008
Location: Clay Center Observatory
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Open from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.  <register>
No Adult Ed Classes tonight
9/30/2008
Public Telescope Night
9/30/2008
Location: Clay Center Observatory
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Open from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.  <register>
Public Telescope Night
10/7/2008
Location: Clay Center Observatory
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Open from 6:30 to 8:30 pm.  <register>
Brookline Adult Ed Classes
10/7/2008
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
See Adult & Community Education page for details.
Public Telescope Night
10/14/2008
Location: Clay Center Observatory
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Open from 6:30 to 8:30 pm.  <register>
Brookline Adult Ed Classes
10/14/2008
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
See Adult & Community Education page for details.
Public Telescope Night
10/21/2008
Location: Clay Center Observatory
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Open from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.  <register>
Brookline Adult Ed Classes begin: Sec.02
10/21/2008
Location: Clay Center
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
See Adult & Community Education page for details.
Weather Festival - Public Event
10/25/2008
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Fall Weather Festival - Saturday, Oct 25

The Clay Center will hold Weather Festival events in collaboration with the Blue Hill Weather Observatory and the National Weather Service in Taunton. Many fun family activities are planned.

See Weather Festival Web Site for details.

Public Telescope Night
10/28/2008
Location: Clay Center Observatory
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Open from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.  <register>
Brookline Adult Ed Classes
10/28/2008
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
See Adult & Community Education page for details.
Public Telescope Night
11/4/2008
Location: Clay Center Observatory
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Open from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.  <register>
Brookline Adult Ed Classes
11/4/2008
Location: Clay Center
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
See Adult & Community Education page for details.
Observatory Closed
11/11/2008
Observatory will be closed for Veterans Day holiday.  Public nights will resume next Tuesday.
Public Telescope Night
11/18/2008
Location: Clay Center Observatory
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Open from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.  <register>
Public Telescope Night
11/25/2008
Location: Clay Center Observatory
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Open from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.  <register>
Public Telescope Night
12/2/2008
Location: Clay Center Observatory
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Open from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.  <register>
National Astronomy Day - Public Event
5/9/2009
Location: Clay Center Observatory
2:30 PM - 10:00 PM

National Astronomy Day - Saturday, May 9, 2009 - 2:30-10:00 pm

Indoor events from 3:30pm to 8:30 pm

Outdoor events begin at 2:30 with rocket launches, kite flying, and telescopes
Indoor Kite Flying from 7:00-9:00 pm in the hockey rink.
 

Free admission! Come anytime during the afternoon and evening.
Free Astronomy souvenir for first 300 children!
See Astronomy Day web site for details.

Astronomy Day 2010
4/24/2010
Location: Clay Center
3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Official date of National Astronomy Day which coincides with the 1st quarter moon.  Tentative date for the Clay Center's celebration of the event.
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