Theodor Jacobsen Observatory, Astronomical observatory at University of Washington, Seattle, United States.
The Theodor Jacobsen Observatory features a six-inch Brashear objective lens telescope mounted on a Warner and Swasey equatorial mount inside a metal dome.
Built in 1895 using Tenino sandstone from Denny Hall construction, this observatory stands as the second-oldest structure on the University of Washington campus.
The observatory conducts regular public viewing sessions and educational programs, connecting academic astronomy research with community engagement through guided observations.
Visitors need to check the official website and register in advance for viewing sessions, as the observatory maintains specific schedules for public access.
The telescope mount rotates on Civil War-era cannonballs, representing an integration of historical military materials into scientific instrumentation.
Location: Seattle
Website: http://astro.washington.edu/observatory
GPS coordinates: 47.66040,-122.30900
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
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