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The Ithaca Journal
Historic Sagan property in Ithaca to become new observatory
An historic Ithaca property once home to the late world-renowned astronomer Carl Sagan is preparing for a new chapter in scientific exploration following an investment to develop a new research observatory on the site. Adam Weitsman said he is funding the development of a new research observatory at 900 Stewart Ave., partnering with Harvard University astrophysicist Dr. Avi Loeb , director of the Galileo Project , to honor Sagan’s legacy. The observatory will also create new opportunities for scientific discovery and public engagement, according to a statement Tuesday, Nov. 10, announcing the observatory. “When I purchased this property, I wanted to do something meaningful that would honor Carl Sagan and his incredible legacy," Weitsman said in the statement. "He inspired generations to look at the universe with curiosity and wonder. Partnering with Dr. Loeb gives us an opportunity to continue that spirit of exploration, bring groundbreaking research to Ithaca, and create something that can inspire future generations." More on Sagan's former home Built in the 1920s for Cornell University’s Sphinx Head honor society, the historic Egyptian Revival-style building later became the home and working space of Sagan and his wife and scientific collaborator, Ann Druyan. Sagan, a longtime Cornell professor,
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The Ithaca Voice
Business owners call city’s plan to replace parking garage with apartment building part of ‘pie in the sky’ vision for downtown
The Seneca Street parking garage is in the middle of a tug of war. Voices are AI generated. The Ithaca Voice is not responsible for mispronunciations. The Ithaca Common Council is moving ahead with plans to try to replace the decaying garage with a housing development without a parking requirement.
