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Summer 2000 |
The idea for a large sundial associated with the new Magruder Hall construction was first proposed. |
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Spring 2001 |
A preliminary plan for the sundial layout was developed in association with the spring 2001 junior interdisciplinary seminar 350: Astronomy in Early Human Culture. |
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Fall 2002 |
Planning meetings with Physical Plant personnel discussed the construction of the sundial, and final plans for the sundial were made. |
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Spring 2003 |
Planning continued while waiting for the sundial site to be available, and Dr. Carroll proposed the addition of a solar clock garden to the project. |
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Fall 2003 |
Plans for garden plantings were begun by undergraduate Abbie Smith and Dr. Carroll. |
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Spring 2004 |
Construction of the sundial began, but unexpected difficulties led to delays. |
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Spring 2005 |
Construction of the sundial was completed, and the clock garden was installed. Planting and additional garden work continued through the summer. |
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Spring 2006 |
Plants have been started in the greenhouse, and work in the garden will soon begin again. |
