Jack C. Davis Observatory
Organization | Western Nevada College |
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Observatory code | Carson City, Nevada |
Location | Nevada, US |
Coordinates | 39°11′09″N 119°47′47″W / 39.1857°N 119.7964°W |
Altitude | 1,534 meters (5,033 ft) |
Established | 2003 |
Website | Jack C. Davis Observatory |
The Jack C. Davis Observatory is an
A Campbell Scientific research-grade weather station is installed outside the observatory. The solar-powered instrument collects weather data and sends it to the Desert Research Institute in Reno, Nevada for analysis and on-line publication. The Planetary Walkway connects the main campus with the observatory. Lining the walkway are massive sandstone monuments created by artistic inmates from the Nevada State Prison at the prison's old quarry. The stones feature carved images of the planets, along with information about the planet and a dedication to the donors.
The Western Nevada Astronomical Society is an observing group affiliated with Western Nevada College and the Jack C. Davis Observatory. The WNAS is dedicated to supporting the astronomical community through education, social functions, and service.[2]
See also
- List of observatories
References
- Bibcode:2003SASS...22...35S.
- ^ "About WNAS". Western Nevada Astronomical Society. Retrieved 2012-01-15.