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All City of Gretna offices will be closed for the July 4th holiday. All city services will be suspended on 7/4 except for water emergencies, which may be reported to (504) 363-1540. There will be no garbage service on Friday, July 4.

Gretna Observatory

The Gretna Observatory is the largest public observatory in the Greater New Orleans Region. It was built to promote a greater interest in astronomy and was specially designed to be an educational benefit to schools by creating an awareness and interest in astronomy, science, and technology. The Observatory first opened its doors to the public in late October of 2004.

The observatory is normally open Monday and Wednesday evenings from dusk to 10 PM.  If conditions are cloudy or raining the observatory will be closed.

 

Address: 1 Copernicus St, Gretna, LA 70053

Contact: recreation@gretnala.com or (504) 363-1597