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- August 16, 2023
Rockets can carry robotic spacecraft to the planets, communication and weather satellites, resupply spacecraft to space stations, and - most famously - human beings into space. After photographing hundreds of rocket launches from Cape Canaveral - we’re...
- July 19, 2023
Every few years, the Earth and its inhabitants are treated to a mesmerizing celestial event that captivates the world's attention: a solar eclipse.
- July 12, 2023
Among the various types of solar eclipses, one particularly intriguing phenomenon is the annular solar eclipse. But what exactly is an annular solar eclipse?
- July 05, 2023
Solar eclipses are captivating celestial events that have fascinated humanity for centuries. Eclipses have transfixed and, in many times, startled civilizations with their brilliant display in the sky.
- June 28, 2023
Without a doubt, solar eclipses are the single most anticipated celestial events. The rare alignment of the Sun, Moon, and Earth creates breathtaking displays of cosmic beauty, casting a shadow over vast regions of our planet. Among the various types...
- June 07, 2023
Are you ready for a celestial spectacle that will leave you in awe? We sure are! As astronomy enthusiasts, we can't wait for the upcoming solar eclipses in the United States, where we'll get to witness the moon pass in front of the sun, creating a breathtaking...
- May 24, 2023
You’re setting up for the night with your new telescope and you point it at the Moon. You’re dazzled by the views, but you also might notice something strange: the view is upside down! Why is that?
- May 03, 2023
Get excited! On October 14, 2023, a solar eclipse will be visible over the United States for the first time since 2017. However, unlike the 2017 eclipse, this eclipse will be an annular eclipse (also known as a “ring of fire” eclipse).
- February 15, 2023
Setting up a telescope can take some time, especially if you’re in a hurry. Indeed, stargazing can be a very uncomfortable experience with the wrong gear. It can be hot, muggy, and the air filled with mosquitoes; or it can be frigid cold and your fingers...
- January 27, 2023
We're going live! Tune in beginning at 12:00 AM ET as we bring you LIVE views of the Green Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) making its first trip through the solar system in 50,000 years. Time is subject to change due to weather concerns in the observing location...
- January 18, 2023
Have you ever wondered how to create a really high-resolution image of the Moon? Something that looks straight out of the Apollo missions? The easiest way to do this is to combine panels at high magnification.
- December 21, 2022
Trying to spot the International Space Station? You’re in luck. The International Space Station (ISS) is the third brightest object in the night sky, next to the Moon and Venus. At its very brightest, the ISS shines at a magnitude of -3. That’s brighter...
- November 16, 2022
The Celestial objects we see in the sky appear to be located on the surface of a great sphere of immense diameter, with us at the center. This is called “the Celestial Sphere”. Understanding the Celestial Sphere is critical to understanding why, for example...
- September 09, 2022
Astrophotography is one of the most intimate ways we as human beings can truly engage with the beautiful universe in which we live. Through astrophotography, you can capture with your own gear beautiful nebulae and galaxies billions of light-years away...
- August 24, 2022
Observatories are home to some of the biggest and most impressive telescopes in the world. As many amateur astronomers know, there are many ways to experience the night sky beyond looking through a backyard telescope. Learn more about observatories in...
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