Tamke-Allan Observatory

Tamke-Allan Observatory (TAO) is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by Roane State Community College. Dedicated in 1998, it is located in Rockwood, Tennessee.

Tamke-Allan Observatory
Interior view of dome and TAO refractor telescope, used for hand-on viewing at Stargazes and classes
OrganizationRoane State Community College
LocationRockwood, Tennessee (USA).
Coordinates35°49.95′N 84°37.07′W
Altitude336 meters (1,102 feet)
Established1998 (1998)
Websitewww.rscc.cc.tn.us/obs/
Telescopes
(Unnamed)8 in (200 mm) refractor
(Unnamed)12 in (300 mm) reflector
(Unnamed)Various radio telescopes
Tamke-Allan Observatory is located in the United States
Tamke-Allan Observatory
Location of Tamke-Allan Observatory

See also

References
  • "Tamke-Allan Observatory Homepage". Tamke-Allan Observatory. Retrieved 2008-10-29.


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