2025 Holiday Gift Guide

By Brandi Malloy

There’s something magical about Mount Washington, especially during this time of year. Thanks to our online store, you can bring a little piece of that magic home— and gift it to your loved ones. As Retail Manager for Mount Washington Observatory, I have the unique pleasure of sharing our work through fun and engaging products, publications, partnerships, and souvenirs so that you can celebrate its mission the whole year through.

During my time here, I have grown familiar to the hundreds of products we offer, so I thought it might be fitting to compile my favorites for this year’s Holiday Gift Guide! Below, I’ll highlight old favorites, new features, and unique finds for the weather observers in your life.

As always, the proceeds from these products directly support the Observatory’s work in weather research, education, and forecasting. For guaranteed holiday shipping, please order by December 11.

Mt. Washington EZA Elev. 6288 Hat 

Get ready to climb in style with the Mt. Washington EZA Elev. 6288 Hat! Made from 100% cotton for a comfortable fit, this hat features an adjustable Velcro band to keep you snug no matter the adventure. Available in black and navy, it’s perfect for showing off your love for one of the most iconic peaks while keeping the sun out of your eyes. (A close second for favorite hat for gifting is this Quilted Trucker Hat).

Tower with Aurora Ornament

Add a playful touch to your holiday with this 3D wooden ornament featuring Mount Washington Observatory’s weather tower and a glowing aurora. Made in the USA and perfect for festive fun! Pictured below (right) is another gifting favorite, our Snowcat Ornament! Shop all ornaments here.

SmugMug Photo Products

Our SmugMug gallery is filled with hundreds of incredible images captured by Observatory staff, featuring everything from dazzling northern lights to our beloved summit cat, Nimbus, and other breathtaking views from the top of New England. Each photo can be transformed into beautiful wall art – from framed or mounted prints to canvas pieces – or even keepsakes like acrylic and wood ornaments, magnets, tumblers, mugs, and more. They also make great holiday cards, with customizable holiday templates included.

Minus33 x MWOBS Summit Socks

While these socks are available exclusively on Minus33.com, they are already a fan favorite and a top gifting choice. The soft merino wool is ready for any adventure! Shop our collaboration socks here.

Brad Washburn Collection

Acclaimed mountaineer and photographer Brad Washburn’s 1937 White Mountains Collection is available exclusively through our site thanks to his family’s generosity. This is one of our most recommended gift items; as it a truly unique and special storytelling piece celebrating White Mountain history.

Browse and purchase photographs (framed and unframed) from this special collection here.

MWOBS Bonfire Store

We’re bringing back some of our favorite Bonfire shirt designs for a limited time during the holidays! Shop the Snowcat, Cloud Types, Big Wind Anniversary, The Cats of Mount Washington, and more.

2026 Calendars

A perfect way to celebrate the Observatory all year long, these calendars are curated by our summit team and feature two of their favorite things— summit views and Nimbus!

Burgeon Outdoor x MWOBS Highlander Hoodie

This collaboration Highlander Hoodie is handsewn in Lincoln, New Hampshire and is a durable, versatile layer that performs well as an insulation layer or on its own for higher output activities. Available in Men’s and Women’s sizing.

Mount Washington Trail SplashMap

This 28 x 28 in. weatherproof wonder stays readable even when you’re caught in a surprise mountain shower. Crumple it, fold it, wear it as a bandana—this map  featuring trails of Mount Washington and the Presidential Range can handle whatever your hiking shenanigans throw at it!

Shop all of these products and more at mountwashington.org/shop, and stay tuned for Staff Picks selected by more members of the MWOBS team! Happy holidays and happy gifting.