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Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory

Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory is a historic place in Gaithersburg, Montgomery County, Maryland, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on July 12, 1985, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 85001578.

Gaithersburg, Montgomery County, MarylandListed July 12, 1985NRIS #85001578★ National Historic Landmark
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Listing details

Name
Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory
City
Gaithersburg
County
Montgomery County
State
Maryland
Listed on the National Register
July 12, 1985
NRIS reference number
85001578
Resource type
district
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
39.13671, -77.19878
When was Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory listed on the National Register?

Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory was added to the National Register of Historic Places on July 12, 1985.

Where is Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory located?

Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory is located in Gaithersburg, Montgomery County, Maryland at approximately 39.13671, -77.19878. See the map above.

Is Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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