Dearborn Observatory, Astronomical observatory at Northwestern University, Evanston, US.
Description
Dearborn Observatory is an astronomical facility at Northwestern University in Evanston built from limestone in the Richardsonian Romanesque style. A prominent dome crowns the structure and houses a historic refracting telescope inside.
History
The facility was founded in 1888 through collaboration between the Chicago Astronomical Society and Northwestern University. It represented a major commitment to astronomical research and education in the region.
Culture
The building sits on Northwestern's campus and draws students, faculty, and visitors who gather here to look through the telescope and learn about the night sky together.
Practical
The building opens on designated evenings and weather conditions along with cloud cover can affect viewing opportunities and the overall experience. Planning ahead and arriving early helps make the most of your visit.
Did you know?
One of the most remarkable features is the power and size of the telescope housed here, which enabled groundbreaking observations of the night sky. The connection between this instrument and significant astronomical discoveries makes it compelling for anyone interested in how we learned about the cosmos.
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