National Register of Historic Places

Vassar College Observatory

Vassar College Observatory is a historic place in Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County, New York, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on July 17, 1991, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 91002051.

Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County, New YorkListed July 17, 1991NRIS #91002051★ National Historic Landmark
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Listing details

Name
Vassar College Observatory
City
Poughkeepsie
County
Dutchess County
Listed on the National Register
July 17, 1991
NRIS reference number
91002051
Resource type
building
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
41.68831, -73.89332
When was Vassar College Observatory listed on the National Register?

Vassar College Observatory was added to the National Register of Historic Places on July 17, 1991.

Where is Vassar College Observatory located?

Vassar College Observatory is located in Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County, New York at approximately 41.68831, -73.89332. See the map above.

Is Vassar College Observatory a National Historic Landmark?

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