Washburn Observatory

Madison, United States of America

The Washburn Observatory (obs. code: 753) is an astronomical observatory located at 1401 Observatory Drive on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus in Madison, Wisconsin, United States. Completed in 1881, it was a major research facility for about 50 years. Today, it is home to the UW-Madison C

ollege of Letters and Science Honors Program, while the telescope remains in use by students in introductory astronomy courses and the general public during open houses and viewings.

Listen to the audio guide for Washburn Observatory Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off

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