Detroit Observatory (University of Michigan) records, 1860-2004.

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Detroit Observatory (University of Michigan) records, 1860-2004.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/82180445

Includes collected historical records and extensive documentation of the observatory restoration during the 1990s. Documentation includes information about the observatory's scientific instruments, former directors, and outreach and publicity. Formats include photographs, scientific log books of weather observations (1880-1890), architectural drawings, and publications. Also includes a gold medal awarded to Franz Brünnow in 1848.

26 linear feet and 1 flat file drawer.

Bentley Historical Library

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University of Michigan. Detroit Observatory

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Astronomical observatory on the campus of the University of Michigan. Built in 1854, it was named to recognize the Detroit citizens who helped finance its building. No longer an active observatory, a major restoration was completed in 1999. From the description of Detroit Observatory (University of Michigan) records, 1860-2004. (University of Michigan). WorldCat record id: 82180445 In his inaugural speech of 1852, University of Michigan President Henry Philip Ta...