Speaker Series
About Eye Towards the Sky

Back in 2019, in celebration of its 100th Anniversary, the American Meteorological Society launched a new lecture series called Eye Towards the Sky.

In 2019 to celebrate its 100th anniversary, the American Meteorological Society (AMS) launched Eye Towards the Sky, a public speaker series dedicated to sharing scientific knowledge related to weather and climate. More recently, the series includes solutions and innovations in climate change technologies, for the greater benefit of society.

Founded in 1919 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the AMS is a premier scientific and professional organization with national and international membership of over twelve thousand people. Its members span private industry, public agencies, television networks, academia, local and federal government.

 As a distinguished and trusted voice, the AMS has been promoting and disseminating accurate scientific information in the atmospheric, oceanic and hydrological sciences for decades. Eye Towards the Sky taps into this wealth of expertise, with its mission to make scientific knowledge accessible to all members of the public in a factual and enjoyable way. 

Beyond education, this series fosters direct conversation with experts and encourages connections among like-minded individuals in an informal, enriching setting. Held annually, these events are curated to present the most timely and scientifically accurate discussions on weather, climate and climate change. Speakers are carefully chosen not only for their knowledge and expertise but also for their proven ability to engage and connect with diverse audiences, regardless of their expertise or background.

The inaugural event, hosted at the Boston Public Library on October 10, 2019, featured Gavin Pretor-Pinney, President of the Cloud Appreciation Society. As interest has grown, with panel experts including distinguished and award-winning researchers and scientists from the top US academic institutions, events are now held at WBUR CitySpace in Boston, welcoming both live and online audiences.

Join us at Eye Towards the Sky Annual Speaker Series

Human Ingenuity vs
Climate Change

April 25, 2025