Tucson Arizona. Science Centers, Observatories, Biosphere, Copper Mining, Wildlife, National Parks, Attractions, and Fun Things to Do.

Asarco Mineral Discovery Center - http://mineraldiscovery.com
1421 W Pima Mine Road, Sahuarita, AZ  85629. Map
15 miles south of downtown Tucson, Arizona, and just six miles north of Green Valley, Arizona. Learn more about the copper and mining industry. Learn how copper is made. Tours, gift shop. Call (520) 625-7513

Biosphere 2 - http://www.b2science.org
Located NE of Tucson off Hwy 77. Map
Biosphere 2 is a center for research, outreach, teaching and life-long learning about Earth, its living systems, and its place in the universe. The University of Arizona assumed management of Biosphere 2 in June 2007, with a 3-year lease of the 3.14 acre facility. They offer tours, events, workshops, and science related activities.

Colossal Cave Mountain Park - http://colossalcave.com
16721 E. Old Spanish Trail Vail, AZ 85641. Map
Browse this website and see some of the beauty of Mountain Park, including the Cave. experience the area's history,  meet some of our abundant wildlife, learn about our educational resources and facilities and check out the FAQs section to answer some of the most commonly asked questions. If you're feeling a little batty, take a look at our Bats and More Bats page. Even take a virtual tour!
Or call 520.647.PARK (7275)

Kitt Peak National Observatory - http://www.noao.edu/kpno/
950 North Cherry Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85719. Map
(KPNO), part of the National Optical Astronomy Observatory (NOAO), supports the most diverse collection of astronomical observatories on Earth for nighttime optical and infrared astronomy and daytime study of the Sun. Founded in 1958, KPNO operates three major nighttime telescopes, ... Kitt Peak is located 56 miles southwest of Tucson, AZ, and has a Visitor Center open daily to the public. Call (520) 318-8000

Whipple Observatory
http://cfa-www.harvard.edu/facilities/flwo/visit_center.html
Located at the base of Mt. Hopkins in the Santa Rita Mountains, 56 kilometers (35 miles) south of Tucson and just within the boundary of the Coronado National Forest, the Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory Visitors Center features displays and exhibits on astronomy and astrophysics, natural science, and cultural history.

Major Astronomical Facilities In Tucson

• The Steward Observatory Mirror Laboratory, casting the world's largest mirrors.
• Kitt Peak National Observatory
• Mount Graham International Observatory
• The MMT and Whipple Observatory

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