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Surprising to many, perhaps, is the fact southwestern Pennsylvania has earthquakes. Yes, temblors. The good news is, they aren't severe enough to break dishes.
This earthquake revelation comes thanks to a highly sensitive seismograph the University of Pittsburgh acquired through the state and that is now operating in the abandoned clock room of the Allegheny Observatory in Riverview Park, North Side.
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Pitt's Allegheny Observatory Open House Set for Sept. 25, Tickets Are Available Aug. 3
Explore the heavens and a historic scientific landmark during the Sept. 25 open house at the University of Pittsburgh's Allegheny Observatory. The free open house is from 7 to 10 p.m. with groups entering every half-hour; reservations are required and tickets are available beginning at 9 a.m. Aug. 3.

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Daniel Handley is determined to prevent Allegheny Observatory from being forgotten.
So he's making a documentary film about the North Side stargazing center where astronomers of yore discovered that Venus is shrouded with clouds and present-day scientists search for clues to planets outside Earth's solar system.

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