Hyde Memorial Observatory, Lincoln
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Facts and practical information
Hyde Memorial Observatory is a community astronomical observatory located in Lincoln, Nebraska surrounded Holmes lake. It is run totally by volunteers, furnished through public donations, and devoted purely to public viewing. It is named after a donation given by Flora Hyde in honor of her late husband Leicester, and opened in 1977. ()
Established: 1977 (47 years ago)Coordinates: 40°46'40"N, 96°38'10"W
Day trips
Hyde Memorial Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Gateway Mall, Lincoln Children's Zoo, Pershing Center, MoPac Trail.