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Hirsch Observatory

Hirsch Observatory is a science & technology museum & planetarium in Troy, New York. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Troy, New YorkScience & Technology Museum & Planetarium
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What is Hirsch Observatory?

The Hirsch Observatory is an astronomical observatory at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in Troy, New York. It is located on the roof of the Jonsson-Rowland Science Center and is used by members of the Rensselaer Astrophysical Society as well as astronomy students in laboratory exercises. It is frequently opened to the community for public viewing sessions. The observatory's main dome contains a 16" Cassegrain Reflector, with a CCD camera and fully computerized controls. The observatory also owns a variety of smaller scopes and a SBIG Spectrograph. The spectrograph has been used to catalog bright solar spectrum as part of an effort to create an online digital database for astrophysical research. The current director of the observatory is Professor Heidi Newberg.

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Museum details

Name
Hirsch Observatory
Type
Science & Technology Museum & Planetarium
City
Troy
State
New York
IMLS Museum ID
8409500520
Coordinates
42.73289, -73.68348
What kind of museum is Hirsch Observatory?

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

Where is Hirsch Observatory located?

Hirsch Observatory is located in Troy, New York at approximately 42.73289, -73.68348. See the map above.

Does Hirsch Observatory have a website?

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