The knowledge that there are galaxies other than our own is relatively new. It was discovered by Edwin Hubble who worked right here in this building. You can go inside, see his bentwood chair and cool off while you contemplate the universe.
This building's innards are sealed up museum-style, but did you know you can book an observing session with the 60-inch telescope at Mt. Wilson? You were looking for an interesting gift. You needed an inspiring date location. There you go. You're welcome.
If that's a little steep for you, you can become a Friend of Mt. Wilson. Even handsome, famous, old observatories need friends.
Boy, you sure know how to make a man's telescope feel inadequate, Petrea.
ReplyDeleteTop photo! I love the colors—it's like the prow of some neglected behemoth, dozing into the new millennium.
ReplyDeleteVery funny, Dive, but your comment is followed by proof of the opposite. (Smiley face.)
ReplyDeleteThank you, sweetie. You found the words for what this view stirred in me.
It looks like a Sumo Transformer! It's fitting for this telescope, which was the largest and best in the world for many years - before the 200 inch at Palomar. (Size matters). I'm glad you've given it the respect it deserves.
ReplyDeleteI have an almost identical shot to your Thursday's, but without the hummingbird that makes it work.
ReplyDeleteI found this view powerful, Bellis, and loved thinking of the discoveries made inside.
ReplyDeleteMy hummingbird, your tree, Hiker.
Soooooooooooooooooooooooo. Size does indeed matter. All kidding aside, this is a very, very important historical place. And hopefully it will be for another 100 years.
ReplyDeleteI hope so, Steven. When I think of all the discoveries made in astronomy in the last 100 years alone, it makes me want to come back in 100 years and find out what amazing stuff's been found.
ReplyDelete'Zat a 2400 GHz multiband integrated anisotrope-tuned radio mesh in yer pocket, 'r'ya jest glad tsee me?
ReplyDeleteUm, both?
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, gorgeous, GORGEOUS photo!
ReplyDeleteHee! Thanks!
ReplyDelete@Petrea And now they are talking more seriously about the multiverse ;-)
ReplyDeleteHas been great the Mt Wilson Week.
Hi Hugo--What an interesting article! I'm trying to wrap my mind around it--like a bubble.
ReplyDeleteExcellent ending shot! If I'm ever in the area, I'll definitely visit Mt. Wilson.
ReplyDeleteGood idea, Ms. M. It's definitely one of our most eclectic attractions.
ReplyDeleteI just caught up on Mt. Wilson week posts. What an incredible tour! I definitely need to visit in person. And wow, that photo with the hummingbird is fantastic.
ReplyDeleteGlad you liked the tour, Susan. I had fun doing it!
ReplyDeleteIt's like the Ewok's-eye view of a storm trooper.
ReplyDeleteOh Cliff, I love that. I think you're absolutely right.
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