Both he and the Stoller group believe the collaboration with Carlton Observatory will do big things for science education in Oregon. "This creates something that not only serves Yamhill County but the whole region," Scott said. "No pun intended, but all the stars aligned. Their passion is contagious. and their passion is going to get this thing done." The project is ambitious and will involve about two years of fundraising through community support and grants. People can buy naming rights to stars to help fund the observatory. It will take another year to construct the building, which was designed by Dangermond Keane Architecture in Portland pro bono. The firm specializes in education and science centers.