Lowell Observatory

I visited Lowell Observatory for a second-time from May 21 to 23, 2012 on a paid tour of their facilities. Lowell's campus in Flagstaff, Arizona is of historical significance as being the home of where Pluto was discovered back in 1930. Today it is home to some 80 persons dedicated to a variety of programs including astronomy research and educational outreach. It is really hard to describe the elation and sheer giddiness I get when I am around this kind of intersection of engineering and science. It is not mere hyperbole when I write that I tear up when in proximity this kind of history and scientific inquiry; it is truly inspiring and deeply humbling. Check out Anderson Mesa Station and Discovery Channel Telescope for pictures from the second and third-days, respectively.