Designing for the Stars: Inside North America’s First Mountaintop Public Observatory| Farmer Payne Architects with GALCZYNSKI

North America’s first mountaintop public observatory opens new pathways to cosmic discovery and inclusive education. Atop Snow King Mountain in Jackson, Wyoming, a one-of-a-kind facility invites the public into the mysteries of the universe. The Snow King Observatory, designed by Farmer Payne Architects with GALCZYNSKI, occupies a unique perch—7,808 feet above sea level—where crisp air, minimal light pollution, and innovative design converge to create an extraordinary science and learning destination. This elevated experience is more than just location—it’s a study in how design can democratise access to complex knowledge. How does architecture shape the experience of astronomy? Visitors arrive via […]