Sydney And Ball State Observatories By: Austin Jones and “Michelle Zirin”

Balls Tate University Observatory  Public nighttime open house visits are scheduled two to four times a year.  Located in Muncie, Indiana.

The Observatory and Telescopes  Its largest telescope is a 16-inch Meade LX200.  The observatory is used primarily for student astronomy classes and not research.  The observatory also hosts public observation events for enthusiasts.

Information About The Observatory  Holds up to forty people.  Is not currently accessible for those who cannot climb stairs.  Also it is important to dress appropriately, because the temperature outside is about the same as the temperature that is inside.

Ronald Kaitchuck  Professor of Physics and Astronomy  Planetarium and Observatories Director  Can be contacted with questions and comments.

Sydney Observatory  Is a part of the Powerhouse Museum  A night telescope viewing session is the quintessential Sydney Observatory experience.  Sydney Observatory has exhibits on the themes of astronomy, meteorology and the history of the Observatory.

The Observatories Highlights  There are photographs from this most prestigious astrophotography competition in Australia.  The best views in Sydney with virtual reality technology and compare the view you can see today from the top of Observatory’s time ball tower, with the same view from the 1800s.

The Time Ball  The Observatory’s original function was to calculate the correct time from the movement of the stars.  The time ball is still raised to the top of its post and dropped at exactly one pm every day.

The Sydney Sky Watchers  The oldest operating astronomical group in Sydney. The group provides an opportunity for those interested in astronomy to share and broaden their interest in the sky.

Original Sky Watchers

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