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Kirkwood Observatory, Bloomington

#9 among attractions in Bloomington

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Kirkwood Observatory

Facts and practical information

Established: 1901 (124 years ago)Coordinates: 39°9'57"N, 86°31'34"W
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Indiana UniversityBloomington United States

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Kirkwood Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Memorial Stadium, Fountain Square Mall, Indiana University Art Museum, Buskirk-Chumley Theater.

  • memorial stadium bloomington1.1 miN
  • fountain square mall bloomington0.4 miW
  • indiana university art museum bloomington0.4 miNE
  • buskirk chumley theater bloomington~1910 ftW
  • indiana memorial union bloomington~1030 ftNE
  • wicks building bloomington0.4 miW
  • archives of traditional music bloomington~1810 ftE
  • monroe county courthouse bloomington0.4 miW
  • wylie house bloomington~1940 ftSW
  • glenn a black laboratory of archaeology bloomington~1530 ftN
  • lilly library bloomington0.4 miE

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kirkwood Observatory?

Nearby attractions include Legg House, Bloomington (5 min walk), Indiana Memorial Union, Bloomington (5 min walk), Hutton Honors College, Bloomington (7 min walk), Monroe County Public Library, Bloomington (7 min walk).

How to get to Kirkwood Observatory by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kirkwood Observatory:

Bus
  • 4th and Washington bus terminal (9 min walk)
  • Bloomington Transit Center (10 min walk)

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