This is where you can learn about the latest news from the Blue Hill Observatory and where you can find links to where BHO has been mentioned in media reports and articles.
In the News Our Blueberry Bush Makes National Headlines A century-old blueberry bush on our summit is helping tell the story of…
WBUR · July 6, 2026 What one Mass. blueberry bush tells scientists about climate change Every summer for 141 years, Blue Hill…
Weather Recap June 2026: Second Warmest and Seventh Sunniest on Record A remarkable stretch of heat and sunshine — and a dry…
Here’s what happened, and how you can help us protect this landmark going forward.
Weather Recap May 2026: Warmer and Drier Than Average A near-record heat spike, a chilly close, and an unusual sonic boom —…
Monthly Climate Summary · April 2026 Warm and Dry on the Hill.Spring Arrived Quietly. April 2026 brought slightly above-normal temperatures and well…
Grassroots Campaign · 2026 Save the Record. 141 Years Cannot Be Replaced. Blue Hill Observatory & Science Center is launching a grassroots…
Take Action · 2026 Help Protect the Observatory. Your Voice Matters. Our community has already delivered two remarkable victories in the Massachusetts…
News & Announcements · 2026 A New Chapter for Blue Hill Observatory. We have been busy. A redesigned website, a new café…
Weather Event & Record · May 2026 95°F in May. A New Record on Great Blue Hill. On May 19 and 20,…
Monthly Skymail, event announcements, and research summaries.
