Sacramento Peak Observatory

Sacramento Peak Observatory, located in New Mexico, was a prominent astronomical research facility established in the mid-20th century. It housed advanced telescopes used for studying the Sun and celestial objects. The observatory contributed significantly to solar physics, including understanding solar activity, sunspots, and solar cycles. Operated by the National Solar Observatory, it served as a key site for solar research until its operations ceased in 2017. The site is now part of research efforts focused on solar and space weather, providing valuable data to help predict solar phenomena that can impact Earth's technological systems.