Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory
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Historic astronomical observatory that measured Earth's wobble, part of an international network.

šŸ“œ Historic astronomical observatory, part of an international network.
šŸ” Measured Earth's wobble from 1899 to 1982.

Why Go

šŸŒ Learn about Earth's rotation and international scientific cooperation
šŸ›ļø Explore a National Historic Landmark and community park
šŸ”­ See the original telescope at a nearby museum
šŸš¶ Easy access to the observatory park

Tips

šŸ’” The observatory park is open from sunrise to sunset.
šŸ“ The actual telescope is located at the Gaithersburg Community Museum, 9 S. Summit Avenue.

Cost

šŸ’° Free admission to the park.

Hours

šŸ•’ Daily, sunrise to sunset.

šŸ…æļø Parking

Free parking available.

Last updated 9 days ago

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