Feds Pressing Ahead with Plans to Demolish Sunspot Observatory

Dunn Solar Telescope set for demolition in 2027

The National Science Foundation says hazardous materials make demolition the safest option for the historic telescope in Sunspot, New Mexico.

Demolition of Dunn Solar telescope in New Mexico to start next year

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — The Forest Service says the demolition of the Dunn Solar telescope in southern New Mexico will begin next year. The Forest Service and the National Science Foundation came to the conclusion after liquid mercury was found inside the Sacramento Peak Observatory. They will work with the New Mexico Environment Department to [...]

Feds pressing ahead with plans to demolish Sunspot Observatory

The National Science Foundation and the U.S Forest Service are pressing ahead with plans to demolish the Dunn Solar Telescope at Sacramento Peak Observatory, with work starting in fiscal year 2027.

Fight to Save New Mexico’s Sunspot Solar Observatory Getting More Support, But Feds Officials Say Plans Remain

Efforts to save New Mexico’s historic Sunspot Solar Observatory have gained more time to challenge demolition plans, but the National Science Foundation says it still intends to tear down the remaining facilities. Preservation advocates hope to find new uses for the buildings before demolition moves forward in 2027.