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- It is a fully equipped, multifaceted educational, research, and sky observing center housing three major telescopes: one easily operated with minimal experience, one suitable for advanced observing and astrophotography, and a fully robotic instrument for imaging and research.
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It is a fully equipped, multifaceted educational, research, and sky observing center housing three major telescopes: one easily operated with minimal experience, one suitable for advanced observing and astrophotography, and a fully robotic instrument for imaging and research.
- Grand Rapids Amateur Astronomical Association
The GRAAA is an astronomy club located in Grand Rapids, MI...
- Public Observing Nights | GRAAA
The GRAAA opens the James C. Veen Observatory to the public...
- Grand Rapids Amateur Astronomical Association
The GRAAA is an astronomy club located in Grand Rapids, MI that owns/operates the James C. Veen Observatory and hosts various public education activities.
The James C. Veen Observatory is an astronomical observatory owned and operated by the Grand Rapids Amateur Astronomical Association. Built during the 1960s and opened in 1970, it is located 3.6 miles west-southwest of Lowell, Michigan, United States.
Aug 15, 2023 · The Observatory houses three permanently mounted astronomical telescopes and several portable instruments along with a large meeting room, extensive library and an audio-visual system for presentations to GRAAA members and the public.
The Grand Rapids Amateur Astronomical Association (or "GRAAA") is an astronomy group located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It was formed in 1955 by an enthusiastic group of individuals led by businessman James C. Veen, with a love of astronomy and science.
The GRAAA opens the James C. Veen Observatory to the public on select Saturdays of the month (April through October), if the skies are clear. Please call the Starwatch number (616-897-7065) for updates and the status of a particular night if the weather conditions are questionable.
Feb 27, 2013 · Constructed and maintained by members of the Grand Rapids Amateur Astronomical Association (GRAAA), the observatory houses three permanently mounted telescopes: a 17-inch Newtonian reflector,...
