Observatory

901 S Mathews Ave
Urbana, IL 61801

The University of Illinois Observatory, designated as a National Historic Landmark, serves primarily as a teaching facility that traces its origins to pioneering research and instrument development. Despite the relocation of the Department of Astronomy in 1979 and 1994, the Observatory is committed to preserving its historic collection to protect it from loss, damage, or neglect while ensuring its use in instruction.

Among its notable instruments is the 12-inch equatorial refractor telescope, a significant asset in the Observatory's diverse array of telescopes. The facility also features displays that highlight key developments in photometry, showcasing the Observatory's importance in the historical advancement of astronomical research.

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