Oakley Observatory - Rose-Hulman Inst. of Tech. - Terre Haute, IN - Astronomical Observatories on Waymarking.com

Replacing an older facility, the Oakley Observatory was dedicated in April 2000. It houses many instruments used to examine the heavens in order to educate engineers and scientists. The Rose-Hulman Astronomical Society is the active club for the facility.

Public events for 2009
3/27-28 Messier Marathon
4/2-5 100 Hours of Astronomy
5/1 Mom's Day Star Party 9:30-11:30 p.m.
9/18-19 Public Star Party
10/9-10 Public Star Party

Observatory Purpose: Research Optical / Infrared Telescopes?: Yes Radio Telescopes?: No Open to the Public?: Yes Is this a Club Observatory?: Yes Public Viewing Allowed?: Yes Active Observatory?: Active Number of Telescopes or Antennas: 6 to 10 Site URL: [Web Link] Year Dedicated or Opened: 2000 Solar Telescopes?: Not listed Altitude (meters): Not Listed

Visit Instructions:
Note the time of day of your visit, and your own photo of your favorite part of the observatory. This might be the view from the observatory, picture of your favorite building or favorite exhibit. (Be mindful of flash photography rules!)

If you participated in an observing session, let everyone know what you saw!

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