Our experience at the observatory was both unique and interesting. Yet again, Adam and Liz used their connections to get us a tour like none other. Not only did we get to explore the museum part of the observatory, but we got to see for ourselves how to use telescopes. My favorite part of using the telescopes was getting to see both new and old techniques. Although it was cloudy, it was still great to try to see signs and other landmarks!
There was something even more special about the Galilean telescopes we used. Tiemann, our guide for both the observatory and storage facility, made the reproductions himself! (Is there anything he CAN'T do?) I learned more about the evolution of telescopes and technology in a really fun and interesting way. It was definitely worth the long night to experience how people long ago saw the night.
I loved how you could really get a sense of the difficulty in seeing through a telescope. I can't imagine looking at the leg of a flea all day!
ReplyDeleteI really felt like someone who was using those telescopes at the time. It was super difficult to focus on your target. It was crazy to think that these telescopes were the best types at the time!
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