My wife and i were there this past Wednesday and thoroughly enjoyed the visit. Views of the plants Jupiter and Saturn through their telescope were spectacular. Just as impressive as the views were, also were the guys who volunteer there. ~Mickey M
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So much to offer from information about space to telescopes and how to use them. Definitely recommend to kids and adults!!! ~Brittney W

Welcome to Martz-Kohl Observatory
Informing, educating and inspiring the general public and supporting teaching in the sciences of astronomy and physics.
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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