Sherbrooke observatory
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Sherbrooke observatory is an astronomical observatory in Quebec, Canada, in a province with a long tradition of both amateur and university-level astronomy.
About Sherbrooke observatory
Detailed public information about this specific observatory's history, operator, and instruments isn't currently available. Quebec's Eastern Townships region, where Sherbrooke sits, is home to several astronomy institutions, including the well-known Mont-Mégantic Observatory roughly 60 km to the east, though that is a separate facility from this one.
Location & getting there
The observatory is located in Quebec, Canada, in the North America region. Sherbrooke is a mid-sized city in the Eastern Townships, a couple of hours' drive from Montreal.
Visiting Sherbrooke observatory
We don't have confirmed public visiting hours for this site. Check locally, or with the University of Sherbrooke, before planning a trip.
See your named star from here
A named star's coordinates can be located from any suitably dark site with a telescope, including sites around Sherbrooke. Name a star and look up its exact position in the catalogue.
Opening hours and public-visit programs vary by season. Check Google Maps for current times before you travel.
