Hale Suite

George Ellery Hale (1868-1938) was an Astronomer and an Astrophysicist. He was the Founder and Director of the Mount Wilson Observatory from 1904-1923. Hale was a Throop Polytechnic Trustee. He is known for his invention of the spectroheliograph (1889) and more powerful telescopes and as the initiator of the 200-inch Palomar telescope.

The newly renovated Hale Suite provides comfortable accommodations with spacious living room.

Hale Suite amenities:

• Renovated in 2012
• King-sized bed
• Separate sitting room
• Located on the east side of The Athenaeum
• HDTV
• High speed internet, WiFi
• Iron and ironing board
• Hair dryer
• Mini refrigerator