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The Mission of the John J. McCarthy Observatory is to further science literacy, both for students and adults of the Western Connecticut region. With the great appeal of Astronomy, it is a natural tool for creating scientific curiosity and reinforcing interest and skills in science.

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The observatory volunteer staff come from a variety of backgrounds, with a broad enough skillset to accomplish a wide range of scientific projects. 

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