Pluto Discovery Telescope
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A planet-hunting astrograph built in the 1920s to seek out the so-called "Planet X" beyond Uranus.

šŸ“œ A 13-inch photographic astrograph built in 1928-1929 at Lowell Observatory.
šŸ” Used by Clyde Tombaugh to discover Pluto on February 18, 1930.

Why Go

šŸ”­ See the historic telescope that discovered Pluto
šŸ“š Learn about the search for "Planet X" and astronomical history
šŸŒŒ Part of Lowell Observatory, a major astrotourism destination

Why Avoid

šŸš« Not in active use for direct viewing
šŸ‘ļø No actual eyepiece to look through

Tips

šŸ—“ļø Visit during Lowell Observatory's opening hours
šŸŽ« Check the observatory website for current times and ticket prices

Cost

šŸ’° Included with Lowell Observatory admission

Hours

šŸ•’ Daily, check Lowell Observatory website for specific times

Last updated 28 days ago

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