Observer Alex McKenzie, who was on the summit as part of the crew the day that the record wind was recorded, works on weather equipment in the 1930s. (MOUNT WASHINGTON OBSERVATORY COLLECTION)
Observer Alex McKenzie, who was on the summit as part of the crew the day that the record wind was recorded, works on weather equipment in the 1930s. (MOUNT WASHINGTON OBSERVATORY COLLECTION)
The chained-down Mount Washington stage office from which weather observers recorded the world record wind on April 12, 1934. (COURTESY PHOTO)
CONWAY — The non-profit Mount Washington Observatory will be celebrating the 85th anniversary of its record breaking 231 mph wind at a free open house at its Weather Discovery Center in North Conway on Friday, April 12.
Events will take place between 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Guests will be invited to explore the museum and enjoy light refreshments while having the chance to speak with staff members.
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