Marmot Observatory

ABOUT

The Marmot Observatory

Welcome to our observatory, a celestial haven with a rich history. Originally established in 1972 with a 16-inch telescope, the observatory underwent a transformative journey. After a period of disrepair, it welcomed a C14 Celestron telescope in the late 80s/ early 90s.

In 2015, the Astronomical Society of the Palm Beaches installed a Meade 14-inch Schmidt Cassegrain, which was later replaced in 2018 by a custom 10-inch refractor designed and installed by the Marmot Observatory Complex Team.

The Team

Lon
Anderson

Director, Guest Experience

Bill
Bucklew

Project Director

Jim
Nagle

Director, R and D

Marc B.
Wiskoff

Administrative Director

Josh
Swiger

Webmaster

Thomas M.
Wiskoff

Videographer and Editor