The second purpose-built, and current, building was designed by JM Arthur, [1] and opened on 25 September 1925, funded by Airdrie Savings Bank and a second Carnegie grant. It is a great place to visit for all types of groups, societies and clubs and we use it throughout the year. 26 likes. The telescope was adapted to use more modern eyepieces. Airdrie Public Observatory, Airdrie, North Lanarkshire. Airdrie has had an observatory since 1896 when local philanthropist Dr Thomas Reid offered his 3.25 inch telescope for use by the town at the newly opened Carnegie Public Library sited in Anderson Street (now the closed Airdrie Arts Centre building) Airdrie Observatory is the smallest, and second oldest. In 2013, the observatory underwent extensive refurbishment, including the installation of a new dome, and restoration of the main telescope.As part of AAA secretary Aileen Malone's “Walk With Destiny” project, three All three astronauts accepted the position of Honorary President of AAA. [2] Our dedicated Curators can provide advice, hints and tips on all manner of space-related questions. The observatory is run by Airdrie Astronomical Society who open the observatory to the public throughout the winter months (November through January), for astronomical events throughout the year and for groups wishing to visit by prior arrangement. Airdrie Public Observatory(55° 51’ 56” N, 3° 58’ 58” W) is part of the library building in the town of Airdrie, North Lanarkshire, Scotland. Airdrie Public Observatory was founded in this building in 1896. In its day, the Airdrie Observatory telescope would have been considered to be a research grade telescope.

This library was funded in part by a £1,000 donation from Andrew Carnegie, a Scottish-American philanthropist. There are only four public observatories operating in the United Kingdom, all of which are in Scotland. From 1896 to 1925 Airdrie Observatory was located in the original Airdrie Public Library (which became Airdrie Arts Centre). The observatory is owned and funded by Culture NL, and operated on their behalf by the Airdrie Astronomical Association (AAA), a local astronomy club and registered charity.The telescope eyepieces for the telescope provided a range between 60 and 350 times magnification. Airdrie Public Observatory (55° 51’ 56” N, 3° 58’ 58” W) is a fully operational, historic astronomical observatory, which is part of the library building in the town of Airdrie, North Lanarkshire, Scotland. "I was hugely impressed with both your meeting (the Space News section was fantastic!) It is a great place to visit for all types of groups, societies and clubs and we use it throughout the year.

The AAA hold weekly meetings in New Wellwynd Parish Church. Situated atop the Airdrie Library buildings the dome that houses the Airdrie Observatory is home to an impressive 6″ Victorian refracting telescope. Airdrie Astronomical Association, commonly abbreviated to AAA, is a Scottish amateur astronomy club, founded on 1 May 2009. There are only four public observatories operating in the United Kingdom, all of which are in Scotland. Currently the AAA operates Airdrie Observatory on behalf of Culture NL. Whether you are a complete beginner or have an existing interest in astronomy, a … Our dedicated Curators can provide advice, hints and tips on all manner of space-related questions. Airdrie Observatory is the smallest and second oldest. Airdrie Observatory is a fully-functioning and unique facility, and AAA are delighted to manage the facility on behalf of CultureNL. 1896 Observatory Established .

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