Glen D. Riley Observatory, Naperville

Name: Glen D. Riley Observatory
Address: Naperville, United States

#8 among attractions in Naperville

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Glen D. Riley Observatory is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by Naperville Astronomical Association. It was founded 1973 and located in Naperville, Illinois. Partnered with the DuPage Valley Observatory, which is equipped with a custom 12.5" astrograph for video imaging; together, they make up the association's "Astronomy Education Center". The facility is used both by the organization's members and for extensive public outreach; see their website for information on scheduled public programs and for setting up observing sessions for youth groups. ()

Coordinates: 41°42'3"N, 88°9'32"W

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Nearby attractions include: Naper Settlement, Fox Valley Mall, Millennium Carillon, Centennial Beach.

4.7 miN
History museum, Museum
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Shopping, Shopping centre
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4.8 miN
Tower
Millennium Carillon, Naperville
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4.8 miN
Park, Beach, Outdoor activities
Centennial Beach, Naperville
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3.9 miS
Sport complex, Sport venue, Sport
Canlan Ice Sports Arena, Romeoville
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Park, Trail, Museum
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41°46'44"N • 88°8'54"W
The DuPage Children's Museum, Naperville
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41°43'1"N • 88°5'60"W
Whalon Lake Dog Park, Bolingbrook
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5.1 miN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Universities and schools
North Central College, Naperville
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4.1 miE
41°41'56"N • 88°4'46"W
Fountaindale Public Library, Bolingbrook
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Shopping, Shopping centre
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