McDonald Observatory - Fort Davis Science Museum

Admission:: $8 ($10 for star party)
Collections:: The Hobby-Eberly Telescope -- With its 9.2-meter (433-inch) mirror, the HET is one of the world's largest optical telescopes. -- The Harlan J. Smith Telescope .. Constructed 1966-68 .. and many others.
Open Hours:: Daily 10am-5:30pm. Guided tours are conducted at 11am and 2pm daily

Fort Davis
TX 79734-1337

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... a research unit of The University of Texas at Austin, is one of the world's leading centers for astronomical research, teaching, and public education and outreach. Observatory facilities are located atop Mount Locke and Mount Fowlkes ... more on MuseumStuff.com
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