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Lowell Observatory

Lowell Observatory is a science & technology museum & planetarium in Flagstaff, Arizona. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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What is Lowell Observatory?

Lowell Observatory is an astronomical observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona, United States. Lowell Observatory was established in 1894, placing it among the oldest observatories in the United States, and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1965. In 2011, the Observatory was named one of "The World's 100 Most Important Places" by Time magazine. It was at the Lowell Observatory that the dwarf planet Pluto was discovered in 1930 by Clyde Tombaugh. Lowell is home to a 24-inch Clark Refracting Telescope, built in 1896, which is still in use today for public observing. Lowell sees over 150,000 annual visitors and is active in exoplanet and minor planet research.

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Museum details

Name
Lowell Observatory
Type
Science & Technology Museum & Planetarium
City
Flagstaff
State
Arizona
IMLS Museum ID
8400400266
Coordinates
35.19935, -111.66222
What kind of museum is Lowell Observatory?

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

Where is Lowell Observatory located?

Lowell Observatory is located in Flagstaff, Arizona at approximately 35.19935, -111.66222. See the map above.

Does Lowell Observatory have a website?

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

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