Transit of Venus at the RIT Observatory

Click on the image for a full-sized version. Thanks to Joe Pow!

Many people came to see the transit of Venus on June 5, 2012, at the RIT Observatory. It was our last chance to see a transit this century, and -- for once -- the Rochester weather cooperated!

Thanks to all who helped us to enjoy the transit of Venus on June 5, 2012! You can see more pictures of the event at

• Album of all contributed photos from visitors
• Rosalva Sam's album of the transit
• MPEG video clip of YNN story "Transit of Venus viewing at RIT" (June 5, 2012, 10:14 PM)
• videos of the event taken by Megan Hall
  • a view of the grounds
  • projected image of the Sun and Venus in the 12-inch dome