FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 9 AM, January 6, 2026 Press contact: Cheryl Cummings, ccummings@bluehill.org Distinguished Scientist and Science Leader Takes the Helm at the Blue Hill Observatory MILTON, MA, January 6, 2026—Dr. Alex Evans, a planetary scientist, science leader, and nationally recognized expert in science strategy and public engagement, has been appointed Executive Director of the… Read More »
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Charles Orloff, Exec. Director, 617-696-0562, corloff@bluehill.org The Blue Hill Observatory awarded $75,000 from the Cummings Foundation over three years to support General Operations Milton/MA nonprofit receives 3 years of funding from Cummings Foundation Milton, MA July 16 2024—The esteemed Cummings Foundation has awarded the Blue Hill Observatory (The Observatory) with $75,000… Read More »
Blue Hill Observatory & Science Center Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Monday, July 10, 2023, Milton MA The Blue Hill Observatory and Science Center Inc. (The Observatory), a National Historic Landmark and a Centennial Observing Station as recognized by the World Meteorological Organization, will reopen to the public on Saturday, July 15, 2023 after… Read More »
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