Stargazing in New York can be difficult. We’ve got a lot of big cities filled with bright lights and the light pollution makes it hard to see the stars. Many people don’t know that one of the best observatories in the country is located right here in New York. The little town of Frewsburg is tucked away in the southeast corner of the state and it’s home to the Martz-Kohl Observatory. The observatory is an educational site that frequently hosts nearby college classes. However, you don’t have to be a university student to get in on the fun. The observatory also hosts weekly open nights where anyone can come in and use the equipment to get a glimpse at the night sky!

This place is magnificent. It's far away from any light pollution, so you have the best view possible. You'll want to check the weather in advance to make sure clouds or storms won't block your view.
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They've got top-of-the-line equipment that will ensure you get the perfect peek of any visible planets or stars. These are some of the largest telescopes in New York.
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If you own your own equipment, you're welcome to bring that instead.
The volunteers here are amazing. Though they are all brilliant experts on the subject of stargazing, they manage to explain everything in terms anyone can understand.
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This is such a wonderful, educational outing for kids that is sure to spark their interest in astronomy.

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This is a true hidden gem in New York that many don't even know is here. It's one of the best amateur observatories in the country.
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The moon, planets, stars - when conditions are perfect, you can see so much here.
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It's so amazing to think about everything going on out there in the universe as we go about our daily lives. A visit to the Martz-Kohl Observatory will let you experience a small sliver of celestial happenings.
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For more information about this fantastic observatory in New York, check out its website. There is a calendar of days in which the observatory is open to the public, and even a weather forecast so you can figure out what days are expected to have the clearest skies.

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Martz Observatory, 176 Robbin Hill Rd, Frewsburg, NY 14738, USA