Green Bank Observatory
Green Bank Observatory, Radio astronomy research facility in Green Bank, United States
The Green Bank Observatory houses several radio telescopes, including the Robert C. Byrd Green Bank Telescope with its 100-meter diameter collecting area.
The observatory opened in 1956 as part of the National Radio Astronomy Observatory and became an independent institution in October 2016.
Scientists at Green Bank Observatory conduct research projects ranging from studying molecular clouds to searching for signals from extraterrestrial civilizations.
The facility welcomes 40,000 visitors annually, offering guided tours, educational programs, and monthly star observation sessions with professional telescopes.
Located within the National Radio Quiet Zone, the observatory restricts electronic devices to prevent interference with sensitive astronomical measurements.
Location: Pocahontas County
Inception: November 12, 1956
Website: https://greenbankobservatory.org/
Operator: Associated Universities, Incorporated
Address: 155 Observatory Rd, Green Bank, WV 24944 24944-0002
Email: visit@gbobservatory.org
Website: https://greenbankobservatory.org
GPS coordinates: 38.43790,-79.83617
Latest update: March 18, 2025 07:52
West Virginia combines natural areas with historic sites. The state features waterfalls, mountain peaks, caves and old railroad tracks. Visitors find national forests, historic battlefields and mineral springs. The region displays geological formations, abandoned mining towns and astronomical observatories.
United States National Radio Quiet Zone
30.1 km
Green Bank Telescope
620 m
Cass Scenic Railroad State Park
8.2 km
Durbin and Greenbrier Valley Railroad
11.9 km
Bald Knob
8.4 km
Green Bank Interferometer
633 m
White Top
21.1 km
Gaudineer Scenic Area
21.2 km
Gaudineer Knob
19.8 km
Reber Radio Telescope
1.8 km
40-foot telescope
423 m
Monterey Hotel
22.5 km
Seneca State Forest
15 km
Middle Mountain Cabins
29.3 km
Laurel Fork South Wilderness
32.2 km
Shavers Fork Mountain Complex
19.8 km
Monterey High School
22 km
Camp Bartow Historic District
12.3 km
Mansion House
32 km
McClung Farm Historic District
31.8 km
Cass Historic District
8.9 km
C.P. Jones House and Law Office
22.3 km
Green Bank Observatory Science Center
1.8 km
300 foot Radio Telescope
615 m
Green Bank Jansky Antenna
1.9 km
Howard E. Tatel Radio Telescope
740 m
Green Bank 85-3 telescope
1.1 km
Green Bank 45ft telescope
1.3 kmReviews
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