Sommers–Bausch Observatory, Astronomical observatory at University of Colorado Boulder, United States.
Sommers-Bausch Observatory is an astronomical facility at the University of Colorado Boulder equipped with several research telescopes. The instruments include a 24-inch reflector and two 20-inch Planewave telescopes used for celestial observation.
The facility was established through a bequest in 1950 and completed in 1953 as a research center. Over time, the equipment was upgraded to support advancing astronomical research and education.
Student researchers guide visitors through observations of stars and planets during evening programs. These sessions create a space where people gather to explore the sky together and learn from those who study it.
The facility offers visitor programs on Friday evenings throughout the academic year. Plan your visit for a clear night when the sky is free of clouds for the best viewing experience.
The observatory was an early adopter of computer technology for astronomical research, converting its darkrooms into a digital laboratory in the 1990s. This transformation shows how the facility adapted to modern scientific methods.
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