Record #:

9087

Author(s):

Coffey, R. Kelly

Abstract:

The Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute (PARI) is located deep within the Pisgah National Forest near Rosman. Two towering radio telescopes are located there, as well as eight optical telescopes, two smaller radio telescopes, and over thirty buildings. Coffey describes the mountain astronomical center's activities, which include education, research, and public outreach.

Source:

Our State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 75 Issue 2, July 2007, p96, 98, il

Subject(s):

Observatories--Rosman; Radio telescopes--Rosman