Observatory - Construction
Groundbreaking for The Stars at
Night Observatory took place on March 4, 2010.
The location was roughly staked off on February 27th:
Concrete poured for observing deck on March 4th:
Forms ready for concrete footings:
Kit for building under construction:
Far end of building has a built-in 8' work area/desk and storage loft, and shelves on both sides (not built yet in this photo).
Roof is now on:
Shingles are on the roof and windows installed.
Storage loft above desk on north wall:
Shelves on east and west walls:
Work area/desk on north wall:
Electrical work started; switches for exterior lights, interior white light and interior red lights:
Skirt finished around bottom of building; exterior lights installed; first coat of white paint applied (trim will be dark green):
Exterior four-plug outlet:
Painting is finished:
Trench for electrical:
Davis weather station:
Interior of observatory:
Telescopes and accessories cabinet:
Telescope rolled out:
Observatory wall plaque:
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