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Charles Smith Scott Memorial Observatory

Charles Smith Scott Memorial Observatory
Charles Smith Scott Memorial Observatory is located in Missouri
Charles Smith Scott Memorial Observatory
Charles Smith Scott Memorial Observatory is located in the US
Charles Smith Scott Memorial Observatory
Location 8700 River Park Dr., Parkville, Missouri
Coordinates 39°11′24″N 94°40′45″W / 39.19000°N 94.67917°W / 39.19000; -94.67917Coordinates: 39°11′24″N 94°40′45″W / 39.19000°N 94.67917°W / 39.19000; -94.67917
Area 4.1 acres (1.7 ha)
Built 1896 (1896)
Architect Mattoon, A.M.; Breen, Charles Patrick
Architectural style Modified T Plan Observatory
NRHP Reference # 92000625
Added to NRHP May 29, 1992

Charles Smith Scott Memorial Observatory, also known as Park College Observatory, is a historic observatory located on the campus of Park University at Parkville, Platte County, Missouri. It was built in 1896, and is a variation of the "T"-plan observatory building style constructed of ashlar limestone blocks. It features an octagonal two-story domed tower.

It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1992.




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