Planetarium
Yerkes Observatory
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Lisa & Hank
June 22, 2014
Yerkes is known as the birthplace of modern astrophysics. One of two places Albert Einstein was said to want to see in America on his first visit, its grounds are spectacular.
Jessica
June 24, 2022
Of course, the important part of the observatory was the world’s biggest telescope. Until today, the refractor of the Yerkes telescope remains the world’s biggest of its kind! It also symbolizes the end of an era in telescopic technology, using lenses as the world began to move to mirrors. Yerkes Observatory has since earned a reputation as modern astrophysics’ birthplace. If you visit, you may be able to see the Moon, Mars, and Saturn, clear as day! This is truly among the best tourist attractions for space enthusiasts in Wisconsin. 12 min (7.3 mi)
Of course, the important part of the observatory was the world’s biggest telescope. Until today, the refractor of the Yerkes telescope remains the world’s biggest of its kind! It also symbolizes the end of an era in telescopic technology, using lenses as the world began to move to mirrors. Yerkes…
Alisha
May 12, 2018
Beautiful observatory with an iconic history set on Geneva Lake. The observatory is currently closed but we are hoping it reopens soon for tours.
Ayla
April 8, 2018
Local observatory to look at the stars with the largest refracting telecope once visited by Albert Einstein.
Vida
January 3, 2016
It is a great way to spend an afternoon learning about star-gazing in this historical building.
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373 W Geneva St
Williams Bay, WI