Individual, Student & Senior Observer
Support daily weather observing while enjoying access to one of New England’s most unique scientific landmarks.
Price: $50 ($25 for students and seniors)
- Free self-guided access for you plus one companion
- Access to the Observatory building
- Discounted guided tours
- 5% discount in the Observatory gift shop
- Informal daily science discussions with Observatory observers
- Invitations to members-only events and programs
- SkyMail updates with Observatory news and weather insights
Friends & Family Observer
A flexible membership designed for households, guests, and frequent visits.
Price: $100
- A flexible membership designed for households, guests, and frequent visits.
- Admission for everyone in your immediate household or up to four guests per visit
- Free self-guided access for your group
- Access to the Observatory building
- Priority registration for public programs, summer offerings, and school-break activities
- Invitations to members-only events and discussions
- 5% discount in the Observatory gift shop
Community Observer
For individuals and families who want a deeper connection to the science—and the people behind the observations.
Price: $500
- Admission for your household or up to four guests per visit
- One personalized, one-on-one guided tour with an Observatory observer
- One ticket to the Science & New England Weather Conference (SNEWC)
- Priority access to reservable Observatory spaces and select programs
- Invitations to special members-only and behind-the-scenes experiences
Leadership Observer Circle
Fully tax-deductible charitable contribution
Price: $1000
Leadership Observer Circle supporters help sustain the Observatory’s scientific, educational, and public mission while providing critical operating support.
- Recognition and courtesy experiences include:
- Complimentary Community Membership for the year
- Two VIP tickets to the Southern New England Weather Conference (SNEWC)
- Sponsorship of an observing instrument for one year
- Commemorative brick in honor or memory of a name of your choice
No goods or services were provided in exchange for this contribution
Sustaining Observer Circle
Fully tax-deductible charitable contribution
Price: $5000
Sustaining Observer Circle supporters play a vital role in preserving daily weather observing and advancing the Observatory’s long-term scientific and educational impact.
- Recognition and courtesy experiences include:
- Complimentary Community Membership for the year
- Invitation to a small-group behind-the-scenes Observatory tour
- Special invitation to meet a local meteorologist
- Two VIP tickets to the Science & New England Weather Conference (SNEWC)
- Recognition on the Observatory Donor Wall
- Sponsorship of an observing instrument for one year
- Commemorative brick in honor or memory of a name of your choice
No goods or services were provided in exchange for this contribution
Major Observer Circle
Fully tax-deductible charitable contribution
Price: $10000
Major Observer Circle supporters help sustain the Observatory’s scientific, educational, and public mission.
- Recognition and courtesy experiences include:
- Complimentary Community Membership for the year
- Invitation to a small-group behind-the-scenes Observatory tour
- Special invitation to meet a local meteorologist
- Two VIP tickets to the Science & New England Weather Conference (SNEWC)
- Recognition on the Observatory Donor Wall
- Sponsorship of an observing instrument for one year
- Commemorative brick in honor or memory of a name of your choice
- Exclusive annual briefing with the Chief Observer, Chief Scientist, and Executive Director
- Private hosted dinner and sunset experience at the Observatory
- Named support of a core Observatory priority (science, education, or operations)
No goods or services were provided in exchange for this contribution

