Mission: Dudley Observatory will provide education and outreach programs that expose as many people as possible to science, and particularly astronomy, in an appealing way. We aim to humanize science, science careers and scientists, and make people more comfortable with science. Our long standing commitment to the history of astronomy and our library and artifact collection will serve as the platforms form which to launch vibrant and expanding educational programs.

Vision: The Dudley Observaytory, chartered by the State of New York in 1852, is the oldest independent organization in the country supporting research and education in astronomy and the history of astronomy. Our vision is to be a nationallly recognized center for educational outreach and historical research in astronomy that is vibrant and expanding its impact, programming, and resources throughj both its own unique efforts and partnerships with other leading organizations.

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