Rancho Mirage Library and Observatory

Rancho Mirage Library and Observatory
Interactive map of the Rancho Mirage Library and Observatory area
Former namesRancho Mirage Public Library
General information
Location71-100 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage, California
Coordinates33°44′54″N 116°25′16″W / 33.74833°N 116.42111°W / 33.74833; -116.42111
CompletedJanuary 2006 (library), March 2018 (observatory)
InauguratedJanuary 8, 2006 (2006-01-08)
ClientCity of Rancho Mirage
Height
HeightFor Observatory dome only (22’6” per SeaWest Observatories)
Design and construction
ArchitectsMeyer, Scherer & Rockcastle (Library); Narkweather Architects (Observatory)
Main contractorSea West Enterprises (Observatory)
Website
RanchoMirageLibrary.org
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Rancho Mirage Library and Observatory is a public library and science education complex in Rancho Mirage, California. It has been called a "cultural oasis" in the Coachella Valley. Additionally, the Book Nook is a volunteer-run bookstore inside the library's building and is the last remaining book store in Rancho Mirage.