Places to Visit--Observatories and Planetariums
Listed Alphabetically
Frosty
Drew Observatory
This non-profit observatory offers classes in observing,
has articles and essays,
and other interesting areas to explore.
This is one of the most notable observatories in the world.
Because of the expansive
view over Los Angeles, and the unique and massive structure, this observatory
has
been used by film makers for many movies and television shows.
The programs for visitors, both astronomical observation
and planetarium, are quite
memorable. If you are visiting California, you should stop here for one
evening, at
least. The massive Foucault pendulum is not only a functional piece of
astronomical
equipment that demonstrates Earth rotation, but is also a magnificent work of
art, and
there is much more.....
The observatory sponsors group stargazes and an eclipse
tour, and posts important
information regarding general astronomical occurrences on its sky information
page.
John Mosley, Program Supervisor (
jmosley@GriffithObs.org )
Griffith Observatory
2800 East Observatory Road
Los Angeles, CA 90027 USA
http://www.GriffithObs.org
Griffith phone: (323) 664-1181
Griffith fax: (323) 663-4323
Pensacola
Junior College Planetarium and Theater
PJC's Science and Space Theatre
admission prices are:
Adults:
$5.00
Children (through H.S):
$4.00
Students/PJC Faculty & Staff: $4.00
Senior Citizens
$4.00
(College students, faculty and staff must show college ID )
Annual Passes now
available.
For information, directions, or
details, call (850) 484-1956.
For more information about the
planetarium, its offerings, and reservation and pricing
information, please go
to the PJC
Planetarium and Theater website.
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