Barnard Observatory, Astronomical observatory at University of Mississippi, Oxford, United States.
The Greek Revival style building contains two floors with a central dome designed to house astronomical equipment and scientific instruments.
Built between 1857 and 1859 by enslaved workers, the observatory was commissioned by Chancellor Frederick Barnard to advance scientific research at the university.
The building survived the Civil War and served as a hospital for both Union and Confederate troops during the conflict period.
The Center for the Study of Southern Culture currently occupies the observatory, featuring the Tupelo lecture room and Gammill Gallery in its west wing.
The intended telescope, which would have been larger than those at Harvard, never arrived due to the Civil War and was sold to Northwestern University.
Location: Oxford
Inception: 1850s
Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture
Floors above the ground: 2
Part of: University of Mississippi
GPS coordinates: 34.36611,-89.53444
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
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