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15

The Thoresby Society: William Gascoigne, Leeds Astronomer

by The Leeds Library

Description

William Gascoigne, Leeds Astronomer – or how a spider placed Leeds at the forefront of the scientific revolution!

David Sellers will explore the life of William Gascoigne (c1612-1644), the first inventor of the telescopic sight and the telescope micrometer

This is a free event with an option to donate with all proceeds going to the Leeds Library.

In person

If you are attending in person please register on the corresponding link. Capacity is limited and booking is essential.

On Zoom

if you are attending virtually please register on the corresponding link and you will be emailed a Zoom webinar link to the event at 5.30pm on Sunday 14th November and again at 5.00pm on Monday 15th November. Zoom bookings close at 4.30pm. Capacity is limited and booking is essential.

Date and Time

Mon, November 15, 2021

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm


Location

The Leeds Library

18 Commercial Street
Leeds, England LS1 6AL United Kingdom

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