A collection of images from the 1930s on Mount Washington, featuring MWOBS founders McKenzie, Dodge, Monahan, and Pagliuca. This coming Tuesday, we will celebrate Founding Day, for re-establishing scientific work on Mount Washington began on October 15, 1932. A weather station had been on the summit in the

Summer intern George Mousmoules taking in the Milky Way and shooting stars. Photo by Charlie Peachey. Dear *{{Informal Name}}*, Greetings from Mount Washington Observatory! As we wrap up a productive summer, we’re excited to highlight our team's insightful research projects. As you'll find below, the season has been

Looking out from the summit on the morning of July 11. Ellen Estabrook photo. Dear *{{Informal Name}}*, And just like that, August is already here. It’s been a busy summer full of educational programs and experiences. Our educators have been engaged with youth programs of all stripes,

Mount Washington Observatory and Appalachian Mountain Club staff share insights about remote weather station data with news reporters on July 11. Learn more about the media day below. Dear *{{Informal Name}}*, Our 24th Annual Seek the Peak is almost here! As we put the finishing touches on the event,

Rhododendron Lapponicum, a dwarf rhododendron found in sub-arctic environments like the alpine zone, was photographed by Corbin T. on June 5 on Mount Washington. Dear *{{Informal Name}}*, Thank you for supporting Mount Washington Observatory. Each year, thanks to you, we gather for our Annual Meeting. This year

Rime ice is illuminated by the sunrise on the observation deck railing on April 23. Dear *{{Informal Name}}*, I'm thrilled to join the Mount Washington Observatory team as its new Membership and Events Coordinator. My family and I have always cherished the White Mountains, and for years,

Sunrise with undercast on March 9. Dear Member, People become aware of Mount Washington Observatory in many ways. It could be your love of extreme weather, an appreciation of the deep historical roots of the organization, an admiration of our research, or the role we play in

Looking up as lenticular clouds start to form at sunset on the leeward side of Mount Washington on Feb. 25. Dear Member, Welcome to meteorological spring! This season is known for some of the wildest weather on Mount Washington. And true to form, the day before spring's