Creighton University Observatory

Creighton University Observatory

Creighton University Observatory c. 1908
Organization Creighton University
Location Omaha, Omaha (USA)
Coordinates 41°15′58″N 95°56′51″W / 41.266098°N 95.9474391°W / 41.266098; -95.9474391Coordinates: 41°15′58″N 95°56′51″W / 41.266098°N 95.9474391°W / 41.266098; -95.9474391
Established May 6, 1886 (1886-05-06)

Creighton University Observatory is located on the Creighton University campus in Omaha, Nebraska. It was the first observatory in Omaha, and the second in Nebraska. It was used primarily for the instruction of students, though the directors did do some research in the observatory. It still stands today on the campus grounds, though there is currently no public access.

Quick facts

History

As part of his endowment to found Creighton University, John A. Creighton donated the money for a telescope made by J.H. Steward & Co. of London.

Telescope statistics

Observatory built

Father Joseph F. Rigge, S.J. arrived at Creighton in August 1885. Assuming responsibility for the telescope, he noted that the constant movement of rolling the telescope in and out of its storage space did not allow for accurate usage and was even damaging the telescope. He suggested a small shed with a removable roof. Father Dowling, the university president, was able to secure $1200 from Mr. Creighton for building a proper observatory.

Observatory statistics

Resources

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