Lindheimer Astrophysical Research Center

Lindheimer Astrophysical Research Center
Lindheimer Center in 1974
Alternative namesLindheimer Observatory
Named afterBenjamin F. Lindheimer 
OrganizationNorthwestern University
LocationEvanston, Illinois, U.S.
Coordinates42°3′34.25″N 87°40′13.53″W / 42.0595139°N 87.6704250°W / 42.0595139; -87.6704250
Altitude600 ft.
Established1966
Closed1995
Telescopes
1. Boller & Chivens Cassegrain40 inches (1,000 mm) reflecting telescope
2. Boller & Chivens Cassegrain16 inches (410 mm) reflecting telescope
Location of Lindheimer Astrophysical Research Center
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Lindheimer Astrophysical Research Center was an astronomical observatory used for teaching and research, located on the Evanston, Illinois campus of Northwestern University. The structure was built in 1966 and was demolished in 1995.

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