Blue Hill Observatory and Science Center

Informational and documentary videos of activity at Blue Hill Observatory. The oldest continually operating weather observatory in all of the United States. Founded February 1, 1885 by Abbott Lawrence Rotch, we still measure and report the weather the same way as was done in the 19th century and we have modern 21st century tools and techniques. Topics will cover astronomy with a focus on the sun, atmospheric science, botany with a focus on phenology, climatology, education, environmental science, geology, kites, meteorology, pollution monitoring and impacts, seismology,  toys that teach, youth activities and special requests.