How We Serve the Community
Learn about the many BHO programs and events about climate and science for educators and students.
BHO serves weather professionals with special events, resources, and access to our extensive records.
Weather enthusiasts and the general public can learn more about the weather and climate change.
Visit the Observatory to learn about local climate and weather or to take a tour of our historic facility.
Latest News & Events
School Break Programs at the Observatory
Explore Your Environmental Science Career Program for Middle Schoolers
Launch Your Meteorology Career Program Applications are Open
Volunteer @ 635 Feet: Become a “Volunteer Tour Guide” at the Blue Hill Observatory
Latest Research & Climate Reports
Significant Weather Blog: Saturday, February 7, 2026 10 AM
January 2026 Summary – Colder and Snowier Than Average
2025 Summary – Warmer, Drier and Sunnier Than Average
December 2025 Summary – Colder and Drier Than Average
Our mission is to foster public understanding of Earth’s weather, climate and environmental systems and to continue to produce, maintain, and analyze a meticulous, consistent record of weather and climate observations.
Public Tour Hours
Saturday & Sunday:
(Year-Round)
10AM-4PM
Federal holidays
and Patriot's Day:
10AM-4PM
Admission
We offer three types of tours priced by age and group size, with discounts for students, military, and others.
Access to our gift shop at the
Observatory is free.
BHO provides many interesting and informative educational programs about the weather and climate for all ages both at the Observatory and off-site. Come learn with us!
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