David Dunlap Observatory, Richmond Hill
Facts and practical information
The David Dunlap Observatory is an astronomical observatory site in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada. Established in 1935, it was owned and operated by the University of Toronto until 2008. It was then acquired by the city of Richmond Hill, which provides a combination of heritage preservation, unique recreation opportunities and a celebration of the astronomical history of the site. Its primary instrument is a 74-inch reflector telescope, at one time the second-largest telescope in the world, and still the largest in Canada. Several other telescopes are also located at the site, which formerly also included a small radio telescope. The scientific legacy of the David Dunlap Observatory continues in the Dunlap Institute for Astronomy & Astrophysics, a research institute at the University of Toronto established in 2008. ()
123 Hillsview DrRichmond Hill (Observatory)Richmond Hill L4C 1T3
David Dunlap Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Hillcrest Mall, Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, Richmond Hill Heritage Centre, Richmond Hill United Church.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How to get to David Dunlap Observatory by public transport?
Bus
- 16th Avenue / Elm Avenue • Lines: 16, 85 (12 min walk)
- Bayview Avenue / Ardworld Gate • Lines: 91, 91A, 91B, 91E (14 min walk)
Train
- Richmond Hill (23 min walk)