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National Museum of American History: The Remarkable Star Map of Simeon De Witt

For Students 9th - 10th
Simeon de Witt created his star map in 1780 after studying European star maps and the skies. His is the 'oldest surviving Anglo-American star map.' Read about the history of star maps, a biography of Simeon de Witt, and the influence his...
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Smithsonian: The Remarkable Star Map of Simeon De Witt

For Students 9th - 10th
The Astrolabe of Simeon De Witt (Back view)
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Smithsonian: The Remarkable Star Map of Simeon De Witt

For Students 9th - 10th
The Astrolabe of Simeon De Witt (Front view)