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Astronomical Work for an Amateur's Catalog
Amateur astronomer Rick Johnson undertook the monumental task of building his own observatory and compiling a catalog of objects he has observed.
Bradley Wells Timerson, 1950 – 2018
Long-time Sky & Telescope collaborator Bradley Wells Timerson passed away at age 68 on Wednesday, October 17, 2018.
Happy Birthday, Royal Astronomical Society of Canada!
The RASC turns 150 on December 1st! Join us in wishing them all the best on this historical milestone.
Comet 46P/Wirtanen Approaches Earth
On December 16th, the comet will pass within 12 million kilometers of Earth and should brighten to about 3rd magnitude, though the diffuse coma and a nearly full Moon will make observations difficult.
Get Ready for International Observe the Moon Night
Fascinated by our Moon? Want to know more about it? Join fellow lunar enthusiasts on Saturday, October 20th, for International Observe the Moon Night!
Fall Astronomy Day 2018
Curious about astronomy? No plans for Saturday? Well, you’re in luck! Saturday October 13 is Fall Astronomy Day and your local amateur astronomical community has all sorts of fun things in store for you.
Students Shine at 2018 Astronomical League Youth Awards
Expanding planetary nebulae, X-rays from supermassive black holes, and stellar community involvement were all on display at the youth awards presented at this year’s Astronomical League convention.
Stars Shine Brightly for Acadia Night Sky Festival
Last weekend the 10th edition of what has become a major stargazing event drew thousands of visitors to Mount Desert Island in Maine.
Summer Star Party Season Is Here!
Summer star party season has begun - grab your scope or binoculars, pack a sleeping bag, and come and join the fun!
News & Views from the 2018 Northeast Astronomy Forum
The editors of Sky & Telescope report experiences from last weekend's Northeast Astronomy Forum (NEAF) in Suffern, New York — one of the busiest years ever for the world's biggest astronomy trade show.
10 U.S. Dark-Sky Parks You Need To Visit
There’s a simple rule for anyone searching for a dark sky; go somewhere others are not. The spread of LED lighting in North America over the past decade or so has worsened light pollution and skyglow in many previously dark locations. However, the vastness of the U.S. means there are…
Global Astronomy Month Celebrates the Moon
Astronomers Without Borders celebrates the night sky in its annual Global Astronomy Month — a month-long collection of online events and in-person gatherings. This year's theme: the Moon.
The Not-Quite Closing of Yerkes Observatory
The University of Chicago is ending its support for Yerkes Observatory, a historic, castle-like building built to house a gigantic telescope, on October 1st. Its future remains unclear.
Community Leaders: Notable Astronomers
Stephen Hawking, 1942–2018
Stephen Hawking, renowned physicist, famed science communicator, and all-around inspiration, has passed away at the age of 76.
Astrophotography: Tips & Techniques
Live Webinar: How to Chase and Photograph Auroras
Want to learn how to take stunning photos of dazzling Aurora? Join Sky & Telescope's live webinar on Monday, March 5th, with National Geographic photographer and founder of The World at Night (TWAN) program Babak Tafreshi as he reveals his techniques for capturing stunning images and time-lapse videos of both…
A Picture-Perfect Solar Eclipse Experiment
AAS Chambliss Award winner Donald Bruns explains how he confirmed Einstein's predictions during the 2017 total solar eclipse.
Astronomy in Space with David Dickinson
Explorer 1: NASA Marks 60 Years in Space
60 year ago today, a small satellite ushered in the U.S. space program in a big way.
Amateur Astronomer Donald Bruns Receives Chambliss Award
Amateur astronomer Donald Bruns has received the Chambliss Amateur Achievement Award from the American Astronomical Society for his work in repeating and improving upon an iconic experiment during the August 2017 total solar eclipse.
Online Webinar: 2018 Nightscape Photography Guide
Join Sky & Telescope's live webinar on Monday, January 29th, to find out which 2018 events present the best nightscape opportunities with world-renowned photographer Babak Tafreshi.
Comet Discoverer Thomas Bopp (1949–2018)
An unassuming amateur astronomer forever linked to one of the greatest comets in modern history has passed away.