Award certificates presented to the Harvard College Observatory
Overview
The Harvard College Observatory and the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory (founded in 1890) were merged in 1973 to form The Harvard Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics. The collection consists of award certificates presented chiefly by international exhibitions showcasing national achievements to the Harvard College Observatory in recognition of its contributions to the study of astronomy from 1893 to 1933.
Dates
- Creation: 1893 - 1933
Creator
- Harvard College Observatory (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
Open for research.
Extent
.50 cubic feet (1 portfolio folder)The collection consists of award certificates presented chiefly by international exhibitions showcasing national achievements to the Harvard College Observatory in recognition of its contributions to the study of astronomy from 1893 to 1933. The award certificates recognize the Observatory's contributions to the study of stars, stellar spectra, the Moon, and other celestial phenomena, as well as the development and application of astronomical equipment and the installation of remote astronomy stations.
Historical note on the Harvard College Observatory
The Harvard College Observatory and the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory (founded in 1890) were merged in 1973 to form The Harvard Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics. The Center is a research institute that carries on studies in astronomy, astrophysics, earth and space sciences, and science education.
Arrangement
The award certificates are arranged in chronological order.
Processing Information
This finding aid was created in November 2021 by Dominic P. Grandinetti.
Collection title devised by the archivist.
Folder titles supplied by the archivist appear in brackets.
Alma ID
99155837000703941
Creator
- Harvard College Observatory (Organization)
- Title
- Harvard College Observatory. Award certificates presented to the Harvard College Observatory, 1893-1933 : an inventory
- Description rules
- dacs
- Language of description
- eng
- EAD ID
- hua81021
Repository Details
Part of the Harvard University Archives Repository
Holding nearly four centuries of materials, the Harvard University Archives is the principal repository for the institutional records of Harvard University and the personal archives of Harvard faculty, as well as collections related to students, alumni, Harvard-affiliates and other associated topics. The collections document the intellectual, cultural, administrative and social life of Harvard and the influence of the University as it emerged across the globe.
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