Mar 4

SVO’s 2025 Year in Review

2025 was a wonderful year! We shared the sky with over 3000 people, deepened relationships with our community, and made meaningful and exciting progress on observatory construction. Read below for more details!

Feb 26

Spring in the Stars: How Our Ancestors Read the Sky

Star trails around the north star over a sunset

For most of human history, there were no wall calendars, no weather apps, and definitely no grocery stores stocked year-round with strawberries. If you wanted to know what time of year it was, you looked up. Long before modern science, people around the world used the stars as seasonal signposts. And this time of year […]

Feb 24

Lunar Eclipse Next Week!

Stages of a total lunar eclipse

By Rich Csenge, president, Stellar Vista Observatory Kanab’s Stellar Vista Observatory night sky interpreters invite you to join others to witness a total eclipse of the moon! The early morning hours of Tuesday, March 3 are special because this is one of only two occasions this year where a lunar eclipse can be seen. The […]

Feb 1

The Great Planet Popularity Contest Begins!

Introducing the Von Del Chamberlain Solar System Walk On a beautiful sunny day in Kanab, you might decide to take a stroll on the Sherry Belle Trail at Jackson Flat Reservoir. Adjacent to this popular 3-mile paved loop is a site that will become the future home of the Stellar Vista Observatory. Near the boat […]

Nov 4

Connecting to Our Heritage & Each Other Under the Night Sky

On Thursday evening, 27 community members gathered at the Kanab City Library to hear Dr. Troy Allan of Utah State University deliver an inspiring talk titled “Through the Lens, Beyond the Stars,” part of Stellar Vista Observatory’s ongoing SVO Speaker Series. Dr. Allan began with a deeply personal story. He joined the military in August […]

Nov 1

Building Your Stargazing Toolkit: Helpful Equipment for Hosting Star Parties

Essentials for an Unforgettable Night Under the Stars If your tour company is planning to launch stargazing experiences, you’re about to create something truly magical — moments your guests will remember forever. Whether your guides are brand new to astronomy or seasoned space enthusiasts, having the right tools (and a bit of background knowledge) makes […]

Oct 27

Awe, Wellness And The Vanishing Night

By Rich Csenge On Thursday, October 30, 2025, beginning at 7:00 pm, Kanab’s Stellar Vista Observatory will host Utah State University Assistant Professor Dr. Troy Allan, speaking in the Kanab City Library Community Room. The presentation is free and open to all. Troy Allan, Ed,D, MFA, is an Assistant Professor with Utah State University Extension, […]

A sample sign that will appear on the Walk