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University of Maryland Observatory

University of Maryland Observatory is a science & technology museum & planetarium in College Park, Maryland. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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What is University of Maryland Observatory?

University of Maryland Observatory is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by the University of Maryland, College Park. It is located in College Park, Maryland, USA. The Observatory hosts free open houses for the public twice a month, where visitors receive a lecture and access to three of the Observatory's telescopes. The open houses begin at 9 PM from May to October, and at 8 PM from November to April. The Washington Post named the Observatory open houses one of its seven favorite weekend excursions to do in the Washington metropolitan area in 2009.

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Museum details

Name
University of Maryland Observatory
Type
Science & Technology Museum & Planetarium
City
College Park
State
Maryland
Website
http://www.astro.umd.edu
IMLS Museum ID
8409501031
Coordinates
38.99233, -76.95298
What kind of museum is University of Maryland Observatory?

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

Where is University of Maryland Observatory located?

University of Maryland Observatory is located in College Park, Maryland at approximately 38.99233, -76.95298. See the map above.

Does University of Maryland Observatory have a website?

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

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