Mercury transit of sun viewing

Event Information

2:39pm - 2:39pm

WHAT: The Valparaiso University Observatory will host a viewing to see Mercury transit the sun, weather permitting.

Such transits of Mercury occur about 13 times per century, and Mercury will appear about 1/200 the diameter of the sun.

WHEN: Nov. 11, 9–11 a.m., weather permitting

WHERE: Valparaiso University Observatory

CONTACT: Bruce Hrivnak at bruce.hrivnak@valpo.edu or 219.464.5202 for questions and updates on if the weather will permit.

Valparaiso University

Address:

  • 1700 Chapel Dr
  • Valparaiso, IN 46383

Valparaiso University

1509 Chapel Drive Suite LL60
Valparaiso, IN 46383
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