The observatory is one of the tools the Astro club uses to teach people about astronomy. The observatory houses a 24'' Britton telescope. To accompany the Britton the club has a variety of Meades at its disposal. The observatory the Astro club uses is a new addition to the Dickinson community. It was constructed only a couple of years ago.

The observatory is often used for the Astro club's star parties. At these parties the Britton is opened to the Dickinson and Carlisle communities. The Astro club not only opens up the Britton but also the Meades on the observing deck. This allows people to view many objects in the night sky.




Pictures of Dickinson's Britton!!!!!

Images taken by the Britton









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