Golden Pond Planetarium & Observatory

Welcome to the Golden Pond Planetarium and Observatory, operated by "Friends of LBL!" Explore such phenomena as white dwarves and black holes, all unveiled on our planetarium's 40-foot dome. Novice astronomers can learn to identify the constellations on a simulated night sky. Or head to the Golden Pond Observatory, where you can observe the stars through one of our telescopes. Click HERE for a recent Golden Pond Visitor Center & Planetarium video! (courtesy RoundAbout U.) The Golden Pond Planetarium is located inside the Golden Pond Visitor Center and the Golden Pond Observatory is located behind the building. The Visitor Center is centrally located near where Woodlands Trace National Scenice Byway and US Hwy. 68/80 meet.