Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory
Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory, Historical observatory in Gaithersburg, United States
The Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory contains specialized instruments for measuring variations in Earth's axis through precise star observations.
Established in 1899, this facility joined an international network of six observatories designed to track the Earth's polar motion and rotation patterns.
The observatory represents a milestone in global scientific cooperation, connecting researchers from Japan, Italy, Russia, and the United States in shared research.
Visitors can explore the observatory grounds daily, viewing the original German zenith telescope and learning about Earth's movements through educational displays.
The observatory's split roof design allows the telescope inside to maintain exact alignment while tracking specific star groups throughout the night.
Location: Maryland
GPS coordinates: 39.13670,-77.19920
Latest update: March 12, 2025 04:49
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