The Leo Fontenot Memorial Observatory
The Leo Fontenot Memorial Observatory is a secondary project of the Association. It is located on the prominent hilltop behind the Rio Grande County Court House.
The 1 acre plus property, a modern “clam shell” type dome, a roll-off roof observatory, and two large professional-grade telescopes were donated to the Association.
This facility was built for educational purposes and use by active amateur astronomers. It serves as "home" for the "star gazing parties" and other events of the Association.
