The Dearborn Observatory
2131 Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL 60208
Museums
The Dearborn Observatory is an astronomical observatory located on the Evanston campus of Northwestern University. The observatory was originally constructed in 1888, though an agreement between the university and the Chicago Astronomical Society.
The Dearborn Observatory is open for limited public viewing via the historic 18.5" refracting telescope every Friday night from 9-11pm. Advance reservations required.
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Getting Out the Vote at the Evanston History Center
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Big Ten Football - Northwestern University
Ryan Field, Northwestern University • Sep 05 – Nov 28
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