Hyde Memorial Observatory
 Hyde Memorial Observatory on April 4, 2022 | |||
| Location | Lincoln, Nebraska | ||
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| Coordinates | 40°46′40.14″N 96°38′10.41″W / 40.7778167°N 96.6362250°W | ||
| Established | 1977 | ||
| Website | www | ||
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The Hyde Memorial Observatory is a volunteer-run community astronomical observatory located in Lincoln, Nebraska near the center of Holmes Lake. It opened in 1977, is furnished through public donations, and is wholly dedicated to the public. It was named for Flora Hydea following a donation in honor of her late husband Leicester.[1][2]
See also
References
- ↑ Vint, Tom (April 12, 1978). "Heavens Above! That's Where Eyes Turn To". The Lincoln Star.
- ↑ "Group Considers Observatory Plan". The Lincoln Star. May 9, 1974. p. 22.
External links
- Hyde Memorial Observatory Homepage
- Lincoln Clear Sky Clock Forecasts of observing conditions covering Hyde Memorial Observatory.