The staff are very friendly, entertaining, and informative. I definitely recommend for anyone who likes stargazing. ~Jessica B
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What a hidden gem in WNY! All volunteer members run the Observatory and do a fantastic job. If you have any interest in astronomy you need to visit and support the Martz Observatory! ~George B
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The Martz-Kohl Observatory is run by the Marshal Martz Memorial Astronomical Association, a not-for-profit voluntary group of people interested in astronomy. The observatory is located in Frewsburg, New York in Chautauqua County, not far from Jamestown and Chautauqua Lake.
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