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Glen D. Riley Observatory

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Glen D. Riley Observatory is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by Naperville Astronomical Association. It was founded 1973 and located in Naperville, Illinois (US). Partnered with the DuPage Valley Observatory, which is equipped with a custom 12.5" astrograph for video imaging; together, they make up the association's "Astronomy Education Center". The facility is used both by the organization's members and for extensive public outreach.

OrganizationNaperville Astronomical Association
LocationNaperville, Illinois, US
Coordinates41.7007°N 88.1588°W / 41.7007; -88.1588
Altitude197 m (646 ft)
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Glen D. Riley Observatory
Glen D. Riley and DuPage Valley Observatories
Glen D. Riley and DuPage Valley Observatories
OrganizationNaperville Astronomical Association
LocationNaperville, Illinois, US
Coordinates41.7007°N 88.1588°W / 41.7007; -88.1588
Altitude197 m (646 ft)
Websitestargazing.net/naa/gdro.htm
Telescopes
"Abrahamian/Carhart" Telescope
16 inch reflector
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  • "Glen D. Riley Observatory homepage". Naperville Astronomical Association - Astronomy Education Center. Retrieved December 16, 2005.

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