Who Was Elizabeth Roemer?
Meet the Star(gazer) of the Putnam Collection Center’s Newest Display Lowell Observatory Archives is proud to announce a new exhibit in the Putnam Collection Center that seeks to highlight the […]
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Discover the Life and Legacy of Robert Burnham, Jr. in the Rotunda Museum
While Robert Burnham’s tragic life ended in obscurity, his beloved handbook lives on and is a staple in the library of thousands of astronomers, professional and amateur alike. A new […]
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8 Things to Do at Lowell Observatory During the Daytime
By Claire Gibson, Lowell Educator Now that the weather is warm and the daytime is long, check out this list of fun activities to do at Lowell Observatory during the […]
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“Big Red” will carry grand marshal in Flagstaff’s July 4th Parade
Percival Lowell’s cherry-red 1911 Stevens-Duryea automobile, affectionately nicknamed “Big Red” by Lowell staff, typically resides in the lobby area of the Putnam Collection Center as a display piece. This July, […]
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Mars Hill Quick Report: June 13-19
Introducing the Mars Hill Quick Report, a bite-size weekly news update from Lowell Observatory! Each week, we’ll give you the short version of upcoming events at Lowell and beyond, plus a […]
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Mars Hill Quick Report: May 30 – June 5
Introducing the Mars Hill Quick Report, a bite-size weekly news update from Lowell Observatory! Each week, we’ll give you the short version of upcoming events, and a little dash of […]
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Total Lunar Eclipse Coming in May
Total Lunar Eclipse One of the most dramatic and easily viewed celestial events—a total lunar eclipse—is fast approaching. It happens on May 15/16 and will be visible from across North […]
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Strange Goings-on at the Clark Refractor
The 24-inch Clark Refractor has seen its share of bizarre observing nights throughout its 125-year history. Visiting scientist Jim Christy experienced one firsthand, on an evening that include falling bolts […]
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Infinite Wonders Await at The Astronomy Discovery Center
Something big is coming to Mars Hill—a brand new visitor center! Construction on the Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation Astronomy Discovery Center (ADC) is underway, with plans to open by […]
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