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New facility and equipment to observe the sky
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) Central Oregon s clear nights make for dazzling views of the night the sky. To accommodate steadily growing interest, the Sunriver Nature Center and Observatory is getting an expansive makeover.
Construction began Thursday on a long-planned expansion of its observatory and upgrades to the current building.
Sunriver is a designated International Dark Sky site, meaning the night sky is protected for optimal viewing. The new facility will have six more telescopes, different space for exhibits, and hands-on learning experiences. It will also be open year-round.