Perkins Observatory

Perkins Observatory is a research facility in Delaware housing a major telescope for both scientific study and public viewing. The equipment allows observation of planets, galaxies, and the Moon in detail.

Founded in 1923, the facility received a major 69-inch telescope that made it one of the world's most important research instruments at the time. This equipment shaped the observatory's role in astronomical discovery.

The observatory releases a document called The Telescope, presenting astronomical findings and scientific data gathered through regular observations and research activities.

The facility operates public observation nights when visitors can look through the telescope themselves. Clear skies and darker phases of the Moon offer the best viewing experience.

The observatory's creation was funded by an unusual source: pig farming operations that generated the capital for construction. This connection reveals how agricultural ventures supported scientific advancement in the area.

Location: Delaware

GPS coordinates: 40.25100,-83.05580

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:05