Menke Observatory
Organization | St. Ambrose University |
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Location | Dixon, Iowa (USA) |
Coordinates | 41°46′19″N 90°47′39.5″W / 41.77194°N 90.794306°WCoordinates: 41°46′19″N 90°47′39.5″W / 41.77194°N 90.794306°W |
Website | web.sau.edu/astronomy/menke/ |
Location of Menke Observatory | |
Menke Observatory is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by St. Ambrose University. It is located northwest of Dixon, Iowa (USA) on the southern bank of the Wapsipinicon River. It is named after the former President of St. Ambrose, Monsignor Sebastian Menke, and moved to it current location in 1994.
See also[]
References[]
- "Menke observatory Homepage". Menke observatory - St. Ambrose University. Archived from the original on December 17, 2005. Retrieved December 14, 2005.
External links[]
- Dixon Clear Sky Clock Forecast of observing conditions covering Menke Observatory.
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- St. Ambrose University
- Buildings and structures in Scott County, Iowa
- Tourist attractions in Scott County, Iowa
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