Learning Opportunities

Students learning

Located high in the Davis Mountains of West Texas, just northwest of the charming town of Fort Davis, McDonald Observatory offers a unique setting for teacher workshops, classroom field trips, and other educational activities held throughout the year. On-site programs are on hold currenly, please explore our distance learning programs for both teachers and classrooms. 

Programs for Teachers & Students

Students participate in a video conference learning session with Observatory sta

Videoconference Programs
Teachers at a McDonald Observatory Workshop

Educator Professional Development