Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory
 

About Us

The Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory (FLWO) is the largest field installation of the Smithsonian Institution Astrophysical Observatory (SAO) outside Cambridge, MA. Since October 1968, the FLWO has been used as the site for experiments requiring extremely dark skies, dry climate, and good "optical seeing."

Contact

Science Office: Dr. Emilio Falco (520) 879-4415
Facilities: Grace Alegria (520) 879-4404
Public Affairs: David Aguilar (617) 495-7462
Public Tours, Lectures & Visitors Center (520) 879-4407
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2012 Popular Illustrated Lectures in Astronomy
 
 

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