Hyde Memorial Observatory is a community astronomical observatory located in Lincoln, Nebraska (USA) surrounded Holmes lake. It is run totally by volunteers, furnished through public donations, and devoted purely to public viewing. It is named after a donation given by Flora Hyde in honor of her late husband Leicester, and opened in 1977. See also List of astronomical observatories References External links Lincoln Clear Sky Clock Forecasts of observing conditions covering Hyde Memorial Observatory. Astronomical observatories in Nebraska Buildings and structures in Lincoln, Nebraska Education in Lincoln, Nebraska Tourist attractions in Lincoln, Nebraska