Kvistaberg Observatory, Astronomical observatory and museum in Upplands-Bro Municipality, Sweden
The Kvistaberg Observatory stands between Uppsala and Stockholm, featuring a 1-meter Schmidt telescope designed for wide-field astronomical observations.
The facility began as a private observatory in 1919 when artist Nils Tamm constructed it, and later opened to the public in 1948 following his donation.
The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Uppsala University managed the observatory until 2004, conducting research and contributing to minor planet discoveries.
Located at 30 meters elevation with coordinates 59.501667°N and 17.606667°E, the facility now functions as a museum showcasing astronomical instruments and discoveries.
The asteroid 3331 Kvistaberg received its name from this observatory, where astronomers made multiple celestial observations and discoveries.
Location: Upplands-Bro Municipality
Inception: 1919
Founders: Nils Tamm
Architects: Torsten Stubelius
Official opening: 1948
Elevation above the sea: 30 m
Website: http://astro.uu.se/history/Kvistaberg.html
GPS coordinates: 59.50167,17.60667
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
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