MDM phones online!
MDM phones have been established. While this is good news, it is critical to note that there are distinct phone numbers for different areas, as well...
MDM phone line issues
Since the Contreras Fire, MDM has lost it’s traditional copper phone lines (x8660 and x8661). Currently, the only available phone number at MDM is 520-318-8665...
We're back online!
It’s been a long time coming since the Contreras Fire in June of 2022. MDM Observatory is finally back online, allowing full operations, local AND remote...
Mask Use Policy Updated
Starting on 11Apr2022, the use of face masks at MDM facilities, in accordance with NOIRLab/KPNO policy revisions, is now optional for staff and visitors...
Network name service change
The acronym, NOAO no longer exists. All that was NOAO is now named NOIRLab. One impact this has had is to the MDM naming service on the network. Use...
2022a schedule is now posted
The 2022b schedule is now online.
In good news, we continue to allow in-person observations at our facilities, with certain precautions...
2021b schedule is now posted
The 2021b schedule is now online. There may be some changes in either September of November to accomodate aluminizing the 2.4m primary. This is dependent...
Operations Update 05/13/21
MDM Observatory has been granted approval for on-site observing by faculty and students to recommence! At this time, we are limited to two (2) observers...
Operations Update 03/25/21
While MDM and KPNO as a whole continue to remain technically closed to visitors, it is becoming more and more likely that those with time scheduled at...
2021a schedule is now posted
The 2021a schedule is now online. Please understand that we still are operating under severe limitations due to covid-19. Contact the Site Manager...