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Take a tour to find out more about the home where Uranus was discovered!
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Exploring the museum
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Visiting Us
The Herschel Museum of Astronomy is dedicated to the many achievements of the Herschels, who were distinguished astronomers as well as talented musicians. It was from this house, using a telescope of his own design that William discovered the planet Uranus in 1781.
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Finding Us
Herschel Museum of Astronomy,19 New King Street, Bath BA1 2BL
