Nepean Astronomy Centre - North Werrington, NSW, Australia - Grand Opening on Waymarking.com

From the Penrith Observatory website:
"The Penrith Observatory is part of the School of Computing Engineering and Mathematics and is operated by a dedicated team of volunteer staff and students that are part of the Astrophysical eScience Laboratory."

There is just a small parking area at the front of the observatory. Viewing is permitted through the 0.6 metre telescope (weather permitting) by contacting and booking an evening session. Phone: (02) 4736 0135

Jay (Jerome) Apt, born 28 April 1948, had been an astronaut for NASA from 1985-1997. He had two space walks. Currently he is a Professor for Tepper School of Business, and Co-Director, Carnegie Mellon Electricity Industry Center, Carnegie Mellon University (from 2010). Also he is an Affiliated Professor in Engineering & Public Policy for Carnegie Mellon University, 2010-

The bronze cast plaque beside the entrance to the Penrith Observatory reads:
"[Logo] University of Western Sydney, Nepean
Nepean Astronomy Centre
officially opened by
Jay Apt
NASA Astronaut
on
24 October 1994

Sir Ian Turbett CMG CVO, HonDLitt UWS
Chancellor
University of Western Sydney

Professor Jillian Maling AM
Chief Executive Officer
UWS Nepean"

Visited: 1420, Tuesday, 16 June, 2015 (while in Sydney, ie, Nepean Hospital for Father-in-Law was having tests and an appointment)

What was opened/inaugurated?: Nepean Astronomy Centre Who was that opened/inaugurated it?: Jay Apt - NASA Astronaut Date of the opening/inauguration?: 24 October, 1994 Website about the location: [Web Link] Website about the person: [Web Link]

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