Astronomy Department Files Papers, 1928-1961

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Summary

Title:
Astronomy Department Files
Dates:
1928-1961
Creators:
California Institute of Technology Archives staff.
Abstract:
Extent:
3.5 linear feet
Language:
Preferred citation:

Astronomy Department Files. California Institute of Technology (Caltech)

Background

Scope and content:

Boxes 1 through 4 contain technical documentation, including files on machine and optical shops, blue prints, test results and reports. Boxes 5 and 6, contain files on site investigations, such as Mt. Wilson and Palomar and related correspondence. Boxes 7 and 8 includes documentation on seeings from several locations, among them San Jacinto, Santa Monica Mountains, Palomar and Mt. Wilson.

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Finding aid created by California Institute of Technology (Caltech) staff.
Date Prepared:
1928-1961
Date Encoded:
This finding aid was produced using Record Express for OAC5 on July 14, 2025, 2:54 p.m.

Access and use

Restrictions:

The collection is open for research. Researchers must apply in writing for access.

Preferred citation:

Astronomy Department Files. California Institute of Technology (Caltech)

Location of this collection:
1200 E. California Blvd.
MC B215-74
Pasadena, CA 91125, US
Contact:
(626) 395-2704
archives@caltech.edu
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