PARI is open by appointment.
Our historic facility and impressive telescopes draw both curious travelers and esteemed scientists from around the world. With the Pisgah National Forest in our backyard, PARI is the perfect addition for those visiting the area to enjoy outdoor adventures like hiking, fishing, river rafting, and exploring our many surrounding waterfalls. PARI’s ridge-top views provide a unique vantage point to experience seasonal bursts of color and lush foliage. PARI is an internationally certified DARK SKY PARK, one of only two in North Carolina, providing nights filled with brilliant stars, flashes of meteors, and the Milky Way stretching from horizon to horizon.
PARI hosts educators, their students, special interest groups, families, and friends for hands-on learning experiences that inspire a life long love of science and encourage new adventures.
Educational curriculum, tours, and presentations
for educators and their students.
Overnight weekend special events or retreats for friends, family, clubs, community,
and corporate groups.
Take a look at some of PARI's out of this world designs!
Each is available on a huge variety of items, like apparel, art prints, phone and laptop cases, backpacks, mugs, blankets, and more! Click one to customize it at our store on Redbubble. All proceeds benefit PARI's education mission.
An appointment is required for all visits. Contact info@pari.edu, view our Calendar, or see the Visit section of this site to learn more.
