The Quad Cities Astronomical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting membership growth in the field of astronomy and educating and informing the public about events and interests in the world of astronomy.

Our observatory shares the site with the St. Ambrose University Menke Observatory which is located north of Dixon, IA at the Wapsi River Environmental Educational Center

The facility includes a climate-controlled classroom with restrooms, two Dome style observatories and two Roll-Off-Roof style observatories.

The site currently houses a 30” Dobsonian telescope, 20” and 12” EQ mounted Newtonian reflectors, a 14” EQ mounted and computer-controlled Schmidt Cassegrain, and we have several “loaner” telescopes for the use of club members. We are planning on adding a computer controlled 7” AstroPhysics Starfire triplet refractor or similar quality telescope.

We hold monthly public outings as scheduled here on our web site and on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/875283012489267 as well as an annual Astronomy Day event and Meteor Shower Party.

We also host a number of annual amateur astronomer only events such as a Messier Marathon and the Eastern Iowa Star Party.

The QCAS holds blended Society Meetings on the third Monday of the month at St. Ambrose University. Doors open at 6:30 PM and the meetings begin at 7:00 PM and conclude by 9:00 PM. The Zoom meetings can be attended at links that will be provided by email to the general membership.

Guests are always welcome to attend our family friendly public outings and meetings, all at no charge unless specified