The Observatory - Sydney, Australia
Posted by: Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
S 33° 51.575 E 151° 12.284
56H E 333928 N 6251963
Green plaque for historic observatory in Sydney, Australia.
Waymark Code: WMFV23
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Date Posted: 12/01/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member Ddraig Ddu
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Text of plaque:

The Observatory

This building, begun in 1857, was used by the Government Astronomer until 1982.  The observatory played a major part in both astronomical and meteorological studies in Australia.

RAHS  16
Blue Plaque managing agency: Royal Australian Historical Society

Individual Recognized: Sydney Observatory

Physical Address:
Watson Road
The Rocks
Sydney, NSW Australia

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