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About the MMMAA and Martz Observatory

The Marshal Martz Observatory

We Are located at:
Marshal Martz Memorial Astronomical Assoc.
176 Robbin Hill Rd.
Frewsburg, NY 14738

Our Phone Number is:
716-569-3689

You can e-mail us at:
martzobservatory@hotmail.com or
Just click here E-mail Us to send us an e-mail now.

Directions to the Observatory - From Jamestown, NY:

  • Take Rt 62 to Frewsburg.
  • Turn onto Frew Run Rt 34E and drive for 3.8 miles.
  • Turn RIGHT onto Wheeler Rd and drive for .9 miles.
  • Take RIGHT fork in road onto Robin Hill Rd and drive for 1.3 miles.
  • Observatory is on LEFT side of the road.

Directions to the Observatory - From Warren, PA:

  • Follow MARKET ST/MARKET STREET EXT/US-62 N.
  • Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto AKELEY-KIANTONE
  • AKELEY-KIANTONE RD becomes OLD RUSSELL RD.
  • Turn RIGHT onto HOWARD RD
  • Turn LEFT onto DODGE RD (Crossing into NEW YORK).
  • Turn RIGHT onto ANDERSON RD.
  • Turn LEFT onto ROBBIN HILL RD.
  • Martz Observatory on RIGHT side of road

For directions from other areas click Here Google Maps

The Marshal Martz Memorial Astronomical Association, Inc. is a non-profit organization devoted to the amateur astronomer. The emphasis of our Association is observational astronomy, well-rooted in public education and enjoyment of the starry skies.

Photo of the Observatory and a local Scout Troup

Martz Observatory is the base of operations for our organization and is key to our public education efforts. We are actively involved in renovation work at the observatory and welcome volunteer workers to speed up our observatory modernization progress.

Public nights are open for all to enjoy and find out what our organization is all about. On public nights, come to front garage for further instructions on what to do and see!

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