Chamberlin Observatory, Denver

Name: Chamberlin Observatory
Address: 2930 E Warren Ave, Denver, United States

#99 among attractions in Denver

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Chamberlin Observatory is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by the University of Denver. It is located in Denver, Colorado in Observatory Park. It is named for Humphrey B. Chamberlin, a Denver real estate magnate who pledged $50,000 in 1888 to build and equip the facility. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1890 (134 years ago)Coordinates: 39°40'33"N, 104°57'14"W

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2930 E Warren AveUniversity ParkDenver United States

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

Nearby attractions include: Magness Arena, Evans Memorial Chapel, University of Denver, Driscoll Student Center.

0.6 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Magness Arena, Denver
16 min walk • Magness Arena is a multi-purpose collegiate sports arena in Denver, Colorado. It was built from 1997 to 1999 as part of the Daniel L. Ritchie Center, the sports complex at the University of Denver. It is home to the Denver Pioneers ice hockey and basketball teams.
0.5 miW
Church, Spiritual
Evans Memorial Chapel, Denver
13 min walk • Evans Memorial Chapel is a historic chapel on the campus of the University of Denver, in Colorado. Completed in 1878 in downtown Denver, the Evans Memorial Chapel was built by Governor John Evans in honor of his daughter Josephine, who had died a decade earlier.
0.4 miW
Universities and schools
University of Denver, Denver
11 min walk • The University of Denver is a private research university in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 1864, it is the oldest independent private university in the Rocky Mountain Region of the United States.
0.5 miNW
39°40'45"N • 104°57'47"W
Driscoll Student Center, Denver
14 min walk • Bridge
0.4 miW
Botanical garden
Chester M. Alter Arboretum, Denver
11 min walk • The Chester M Alter Arboretum is an arboretum located on the campus of the University of Denver, 2467 South Vine Street, Denver, Colorado. In 1999 the trees of the University Park campus were named an arboretum to honor Chancellor Emeritus Chester M Alter.
1.3 miSW
Neighbourhood
Arapahoe Acres, Denver
33 min walk • Arapahoe Acres is a neighborhood bounded by East Bates, East Dartmouth Avenues, South Marion, South Franklin Streets in Englewood, Colorado.
1.1 miS
Neighbourhood
David W. Brown House, Denver
29 min walk • The David W. Brown House is a home located at 2303 E. Dartmouth. in Englewood, Colorado. An example of Prairie style the house was built and occupied by David W. Brown, who built the coal-mining Rocky Mountain Fuel Company. The house has 18 rooms and 6 fireplaces. It was designed by architect George H. Williamson.
0.7 miW
Neighbourhood
University, Denver
18 min walk • University is a neighborhood in Denver, Colorado. It is home to the University of Denver, many university students, and other residents and businesses, including the first Chipotle Mexican Grill.
0.6 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Hockey
Daniel L. Ritchie Center, Denver
16 min walk • The Daniel L. Ritchie Center is the home of athletics for the University of Denver in Denver, Colorado, United States. There are 17 athletic programs for the Denver Pioneers which run out of the Ritchie Center. The 440,000 square feet building cost $84 million to construct.
0.6 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
CIBER Field at the University of Denver Soccer Stadium, Denver
16 min walk • The CIBER Field at the University of Denver Soccer Stadium, or simply Denver Soccer Stadium, is a soccer-specific stadium located in Denver, Colorado. It is home to the Denver Pioneers soccer teams of the University of Denver, Colorado Rapids 2 of the MLS Next Pro and from June 2016 also the home of PRO Rugby team, Denver Stampede.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Chamberlin Observatory?

Nearby attractions include Chester M. Alter Arboretum, Denver (11 min walk), University of Denver, Denver (11 min walk), Evans Memorial Chapel, Denver (13 min walk), Driscoll Student Center, Denver (14 min walk).

How to get to Chamberlin Observatory by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chamberlin Observatory:

Light rail

University of Denver • Lines: E, F, H (23 min walk)
Colorado • Lines: E, F, H (23 min walk)