Melton Memorial Observatory is an
astronomical observatory
An observatory is a location used for observing terrestrial, marine, or celestial events. Astronomy, climatology/meteorology, geophysical, oceanography and volcanology are examples of disciplines for which observatories have been constructed. His ...
owned and operated by
University of South Carolina. It is named after William Davis Melton and built in 1928. It is located in
Columbia,
South Carolina
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, anthem = " Carolina";" South Carolina On My Mind"
, Former = Province of South Carolina
, seat = Columbia
, LargestCity = Charleston
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(USA).
See also
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List of observatories
This is a list of astronomical observatories ordered by name, along with initial dates of operation (where an accurate date is available) and location. The list also includes a final year of operation for many observatories that are no longer in ...
References
External links
Melton Memorial Observatory
Forecast of observing conditions covering Melton Memorial Observatory.
Astronomical observatories in South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Buildings and structures in Columbia, South Carolina
Tourist attractions in Columbia, South Carolina
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