Red Hill Observatory

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Identifiernot specifiedPhotographernot specifiedDescriptionRed Hill Observatory was built in 1899 as part of an international star mapping program. Light and vibration from traffic brought an end to the star mapping in 1917, and the observatory was closed in 1931 on the retirement of the resident astronomer, james Short. A commemorative plaque stands on the site in Observatory Park, Pennant Hills. This reconstructed photograph is based on the 1935 photograph shown on page 7 of John Noble's book. (John Noble, "Red Hill Observatory Park", 1999.)Physical FormatPennant Hills

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Building NameObservatory ParkPennant Hills Road

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Red Hill Observatory