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Detroit Observatory

Detroit Observatory is a science & technology museum & planetarium in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is Detroit Observatory?

The Detroit Observatory is a historic observatory on the campus of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The Detroit Observatory is located on the corner of Ann Street and its namesake Observatory Street, on a hill overlooking the Huron River valley. It was built in 1854, and was the first scientific research facility at the University of Michigan and one of the oldest observatories of its type in the nation. It was designated a Michigan State Historic Site in 1958 and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.

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Museum details

Name
Detroit Observatory
Type
Science & Technology Museum & Planetarium
City
Ann Arbor
State
Michigan
IMLS Museum ID
8409500380
Coordinates
42.25286, -83.73890
What kind of museum is Detroit Observatory?

Detroit Observatory is classified as a science & technology museum & planetarium in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more science & technology museum & planetariums →

Where is Detroit Observatory located?

Detroit Observatory is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan at approximately 42.25286, -83.73890. See the map above.

Does Detroit Observatory have a website?

The IMLS record for Detroit Observatory does not list a website.

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