LOWELL OBSERVATORY

FLAGSTAFF, AZ

Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, AZ is a fascinating place that preserves the history of astronomy and the telescope. Founded in 1894 by Percival Lowell, the observatory has been the site of many important astronomical discoveries.

The observatory is situated on a hilltop and boasts a series of observatories, including the Clark Telescope Dome, which is the oldest original telescope in the United States and the site of the discovery of Pluto in 1930. The observatory also houses the Pluto Discovery Telescope, which was used to make the historic discovery. Today, the observatory is home to a collection of telescopes, including the 4.3 meter Discovery Channel Telescope, which is the largest and most powerful telescope available to the public.

The observatory offers a variety of educational and public programs, including star parties, lectures, and tours. Visitors can also explore the observatory's exhibits, which include a model of the solar system, a replica of the Hubble Space Telescope, and interactive displays.

In addition to its educational and public programs, the observatory also offers a planetarium, which features a variety of shows about the solar system, stars, and more. Lowell Observatory is a great place to explore the history of astronomy and the telescope, and to learn about the fascinating universe around us.

LOWELL OBSERVATORY is a Science & Technology Museums & Planetarium in FLAGSTAFF AZ. US MID #8400400266

The museum is classed as SCI (Science & Technology Museums & Planetariums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 7,676,546 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

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• telephone: 9287743358
• website: http://www.lowell.edu

LOWELL OBSERVATORY
1400 W MARS HILL RD
FLAGSTAFF
AZ
86001-4470

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