Some improvements funded by the Smithsonian Institution are currently taking place at the MMTO. Improvements to the summit road, a new roof and snow melt system for the MMT enclosure, upgrades to the HVAC system, and an upgraded dock lift are all in the works. The new roof will be completed in November and safety ties will be added in the spring. The HVAC upgrades are expected to be finished in November. Work will begin in December on the lift project. Completion of the summit road project is expected in spring 2016.