Our Story
From Hawaii’s Maunakea, astronomers around the world use W. M. Keck Observatory to observe the universe with unprecedented power and precision.
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Mission
We strive to advance the frontiers of astronomy and share our discoveries, inspiring the imagination of all.
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Values
Our approach to building and sustaining healthy, thriving, reciprocal relationships within our community.
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Culture
We conduct our work in a way that embraces and shows respect to Hawaiian and local culture and values.
People
Get to know W. M. Keck Observatory Director Rich Matsuda, our leadership, and our collaborators.
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Telescopes
Check out the technological ingenuity behind our twin time travel machines – the Keck I and Keck II telescopes – from their iconic segmented mirror design to their adaptive optics systems.
Our Responsibility
We feel a continued responsibility to conduct our mission and share our amazing discoveries in a pono (good, ethical, upright, moral, equitable) way – not only because we must meet our mission, but simply because we believe it is the right way to conduct ourselves as humans.
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Send a Donation
Thank you for your generous support of W. M. Keck Observatory and for becoming a valued champion of our mission to advance the frontiers of astronomy and share our discoveries to inspire the imagination of all.
Donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Keck Observatory is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
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