On June 23, the NSF-DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory will reveal the first look at its amazing images.
June 5, 2025
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On June 23 at 11:00 AM, the NSF-DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory will be celebrating the public’s First Look at its incredible images. The partners will unveil a set of large, ultra-high-definition images and videos that showcase Rubin’s extraordinary capabilities. Jointly funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation and the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science, the Rubin Observatory marks a new era in astronomy and astrophysics. Tune in to the online livestream to be part of this event.
When Rubin begins the Legacy Survey of Space and Time later this year, it will sweep the entire visible southern sky every three to four nights. Using the world’s largest digital camera, the observatory will produce the most detailed time-lapse view of the cosmos ever. This unique movie will bring the cosmos to life. It will yield a treasure trove of discoveries: asteroids and comets, pulsating stars, and supernova explosions. Rubin’s data will help us better understand the universe and chronicle its evolution. With it, we can delve into the mysteries of dark energy and dark matter and explore answers to questions we have yet to imagine.
For more information about the Rubin Observatory, First Look, and in-person watch parties near you, see the Rubin Observatory website.