The Edinburgh Astronomical Institution was founded in 1811[1] and wound up in 1847. It was instrumental in the foundation of the Royal Observatory, Edinburgh in 1822.[2] The Institution raised funds, mostly by member subscription, to create three departments: A scientific observatory with an observer was to be under the control of the professors of mathematics, philosophy and astronomy of the University of Edinburgh, a popular observatory was to provide general instruction and amusement and a "physical cabinet" would comprise books, globes, meteorological and other instruments.
- ^ "Astronomy and Edinburgh". National Museums Scotland. Archived from the original on 12 August 2017. Retrieved 18 July 2017.
- ^ "Astronomy in Edinburgh". Royal Observatory Edinburgh Trust. Retrieved 18 July 2017.