New Mexico residents push to save nearly 80-year-old Sunspot Solar Observatory as demolition nears

Local residents in New Mexico are rallying to save the historic Sunspot Solar Observatory, a nearly 80-year-old facility dedicated to solar research, as the National Science Foundation prepares to demolish it. The observatory, located in the Sacramento Mountains, holds significant scientific value and cultural importance for the community. Advocates argue that preserving the site would not only honor its legacy but also maintain New Mexico's role in solar physics research, emphasizing the need for continued investment in such crucial scientific infrastructure.