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Ladd Observatory

Ladd Observatory is a science & technology museum & planetarium in Providence, Rhode Island. 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 Ladd Observatory?

Ladd Observatory is an astronomical observatory at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. Dedicated in 1891, it was primarily designed for student instruction and research. The facility operated a regional timekeeping service. It was responsible for the care and calibration of clocks on campus including one at Carrie Tower and another that rang the class bell at University Hall. Meteorological observations were made there from the time the building opened using recording weather instruments.

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Museum details

Name
Ladd Observatory
Type
Science & Technology Museum & Planetarium
City
Providence
State
Rhode Island
IMLS Museum ID
8409500593
Coordinates
41.82923, -71.38330
What kind of museum is Ladd Observatory?

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

Where is Ladd Observatory located?

Ladd Observatory is located in Providence, Rhode Island at approximately 41.82923, -71.38330. See the map above.

Does Ladd Observatory have a website?

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

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