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Building: Swasey Observatory, 1909
Architect/Designer: J. Milton Dyer
Building Style: Built in Vermont marble.
History: The Warner and Swasey Company of which Ambrose Swasey was founder manufactured much of the original astronomical equipment within the observatory. The interior was renovated and the outer dome replaced in 1970. Its 9-inch refracting and two 8-inch reflecting telescopes are fitted for astrophotography. It also houses an astronomy library and dark rooms.
Named For: Gift of Ambrose Swasey of Cleveland, trustee, 1897-1937