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This event is in the past.It took place on April 10, 2026 at Judy & Stanley Frankel Detroit Observatory at University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.

Upcoming at Judy & Stanley Frankel Detroit Observatory at University of Michigan in Ann Arbor
Watcher of the Sky: Making and Remaking the Detroit Observatory 1
Themed Tour
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Watcher of the Sky: Making and Remaking the Detroit Observatory 3
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Watcher of the Sky: Making and Remaking the Detroit Observatory

At Judy & Stanley Frankel Detroit Observatory at University of Michigan in Ann Arbor

Old Fourth Ward

Step inside one of North America's oldest observatories to explore 170 years of astronomical history, from groundbreaking discoveries to preservation efforts that saved the building from demolition.

Historic scientific landmark
Free admission
Student-led exhibition
Victorian telescope viewing

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🔭"one of the oldest telescopes in North America"
🌙free Friday night viewings through the Victorian telescope

Judy & Stanley Frankel Detroit Observatory at University of Michigan in Ann Arbor

1398 E Ann St, entrance on, Observatory St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA

+1 734-763-2230

events.umich.edu

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Watcher of the Sky: Making and Remaking the Detroit Observatory - Outgoing