Coronavirus COVID-19 Measures
- Gemini North has had continuous science operations since 19 May 2020.
- Gemini South re-established limited science operations in October 2020. Read more.
- 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.
Press Releases & Features
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Maunakea Telescopes Confirm First Brown Dwarf Discovered by Radio Observations
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Restart of Limited NOIRLab Operations at Cerro Pachón, Cerro Tololo and Kitt Peak
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Looking Sharp: Most Detailed Image Yet of Famous Stellar Nursery
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A White Dwarf’s Surprise Planetary Companion