Muriel’s Retreat – Dyer Residence | Dyer

The patio area on the west side of Muriel's Retreat which often offers beautiful sunset views.

Vanderbilt's first telescope is a prominent feature of the large room with picture window and fireplace.

Inside Muriel's Retreat. This charming home on the grounds of the Observatory was the home of the first Director, Dr. Carl Seyfert and his family. The name honors Muriel Seyfert, Carl's wife, who also did research at the Observatory, raised their children, and painted portraits just inside the oversized window.

star chamber sculpture unveiling dyer observatory photos of the sculputre by itself from different angles and also with people looking at it. (Vanderbilt Photo / Daniel Dubois) Rick Chapel and others introduce the public to the Star Chamber, a piece of environmental art, located at Dyer Observatory