Lowell Observatory

Lowell Observatory

Lowell Observatory is among the oldest observatories in the United States. It was founded in 1894 by astronomer Percival Lowell, and the Observatory's original 24-inch (0.61 m) Alvan Clark Telescope is still in use today for public education.

The dwarf planet Pluto was discovered at the Lowell Observatory by Clyde Tombaugh in 1930.

Location

1400 W Mars Hill Road
Flagstaff, Coconino County
Arizona, USA

Getting There

The nearest major airport is Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG), which is about a 15-20 minute drive from the observatory. Other nearby airports include Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA), which are both about a 2-hour drive from the observatory. From any of these airports, visitors can rent a car or take a shuttle service to get to Lowell Observatory.

Nearby Airports

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