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Museum Inherits the No. 3 16-inch (1Mar94)
(from KPNO, NOAO Newsletter No. 37, 1 March 1994)

If you visited the Museum this year, you probably noticed that a few
things are missing! Land was cleared and exhibits removed in
preparation for the relocation of the 16-inch telescope and the
installation of some brand new exhibits.

Construction of the telescope dome is scheduled to begin in March.  The
16-inch will be dedicated to use by the general public, including
amateur astronomers.  Future plans include retrofitting the telescope
for daytime observing for the many tourists that visit Kitt Peak.  We
will also install a CCD camera and autoguider system.  The Museum staff
has already received at least a year's worth of observing requests!

In April we will begin installing new exhibits.  The first will focus
on the history of Kitt Peak both astronomically and culturally.  In the
interim, the Museum is receiving a face-lift of new paint and carpet.

In the midst of these changes, our public programs continue to grow.
December and January were record-breaking months for the volunteer
program, with a contribution of over 400 volunteer hours each month.
We are lucky to have such an outstanding group! Many thanks to all of
the visiting astronomers and NOAO/Kitt Peak staff members that give
invaluable time and advice to the Museum's projects.

Melissa Collier, Karie Meyers

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