Coronavirus COVID-19 Measures
- Gemini North and Gemini South are operating. Latest update
- Proposals for Director’s Discretionary Time are now accepted on both Gemini North and Gemini South.
- Fast Turnaround proposals are open for Gemini North and Gemini South.
- We are currently not hosting visitors to the summit or base facilities.
Exploring the Universe, Sharing its Wonders
The Gemini Observatory consists of twin 8.1-meter diameter optical/infrared telescopes located on two of the best observing sites on the planet. From their locations on mountains in Hawai'i and Chile, Gemini Observatory's telescopes can collectively access the entire sky.
The international Gemini Observatory is a Program of NSF's NOIRLab.
