Historic Scientific Instruments and Models

Black and white images of historic telescopes, lunar research models, and Mercury spacecraft, highlighting innovative engineering and space exploration.

Engraving depicting the Crossley telescope, a 36-inch (910 mm) reflecting telescope located at Lick Observatory, California, given to the observatory in 1895 by British politician Edward Crossley. Dated 20th Century
Engraving depicting the Crossley telescope, a 36-inch (910 mm) reflecting telescope located at Lick Observatory, California, given to the observatory in 1895 by British politician Edward Crossley. Dated 20th Century