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Stargazing tools at OU Libraries!

OU Libraries has several items available for check-out that can be used for star gazing and amateur astronomy.  Go to the Technology Lending page, filter for "Other Technology," then search through the results list for the telescope, binoculars, planisphere, and red flashlight.  All items are available for a 3 day loan period at the main circulation desk in Bizzell Memorial Library.  Visit the main circulation desk at or call (405) 325-3341 to book these items in advance.

Orion StarBlast Telescope

telescope

Binoculars, start chart, and red flashlight

binoculars, start chart, and red LED light

Images provided by the University of Oklahoma Libraries; Rick Shultz, photographer.