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Sproul Observatory

Sproul Observatory is a science & technology museum & planetarium in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania. 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 Sproul Observatory?

Sproul Observatory was an astronomical observatory owned and operated by Swarthmore College. It was located in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, United States, and named after William Cameron Sproul, the 27th Governor of Pennsylvania, who graduated from Swarthmore in 1891. The 24-inch (61 cm) telescope was moved from Sproul Observatory to Bentonville, Arkansas in July 2017.

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The record

Museum details

Name
Sproul Observatory
Type
Science & Technology Museum & Planetarium
City
Swarthmore
State
Pennsylvania
Website
http://www.cs.swarthmore.edu
IMLS Museum ID
8409500923
Coordinates
39.90634, -75.35105
What kind of museum is Sproul Observatory?

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

Where is Sproul Observatory located?

Sproul Observatory is located in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania at approximately 39.90634, -75.35105. See the map above.

Does Sproul Observatory have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.cs.swarthmore.edu. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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