Maynard F. Jordan Observatory, Marsh Island
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Facts and practical information
Maynard F. Jordan Observatory is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by University of Maine. Its first telescope was installed at the university in 1901, and was upgraded during the creation of the Emera Astronomy Center in 2014. It is located in Orono, Maine, USA. It is the only public observatory in the state of Maine. Operated by the department of Physics and Astronomy, the eight-inch Alvan Clark telescope is housed under a roll-off roof, next to the more modern PlaneWave CDK20 in its own dome. ()
Established: 1901 (123 years ago)Coordinates: 44°53'56"N, 68°40'3"W
Day trips
Maynard F. Jordan Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Orono Post Office, Collins Center for the Arts, Hudson Museum, University of Maine.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Maynard F. Jordan Observatory?
Nearby attractions include Hudson Museum, Orono (2 min walk), Collins Center for the Arts, Orono (2 min walk), Raymond H. Fogler Library, Orono (3 min walk), Page Farm & Home Museum, Marsh Island (3 min walk).