How I Got Into Astronomy
John Nusbaum’s interest in amateur astronomy began with a love of cosmology a couple of decades ago. Here he tells his story: I studied theology in college and have always been interested in the “big...
View ArticleCity Gazer vs. Country Gazer: How Your Telescopes Will Differ
Life in a bustling city or being out in the calm countryside contrasts each other in many ways. When it comes to astronomy, what would you say the main differences between the two are? City Gazer vs....
View ArticleThese Giant Telescopes Are Going To Change Astronomy
A new wave of truly gigantic telescopes is under construction, and will give astronomers the ability to learn more about our universe than ever before. This is the golden age of astronomy! This chart...
View ArticleNew Mirror-Coating Technology’s Dramatic Telescope Improvements
At UC Santa Cruz, an electrical engineer has teamed up with astronomers to greatly improve telescope mirrors using thin-film technology from the electronics industry.The advantages are dramatic!...
View ArticleThe Art Of Using A Telescope
Once you’ve obtained an astronomical telescope, what can you expect of it? In all reality, both less and more than many new owners realize. You’re using a ‘time machine’ to peer back into the past....
View ArticleAdapt Your Eyes To The Dark
Humans like light. We are creatures that rely heavily on what we can see to feel safe and secure. After all, astronomy is all about light, right? Not surprisingly, our eyes function at their best when...
View ArticleGet The Best From Your Christmas Telescope
Did you get a telescope for Christmas? Lucky you! The New Year in the west is great for sky gazers. The sky is full of bright stars, prominent constellations and fascinating celestial sights. Lots of...
View ArticleIs The Universe Infinite?
Explore the biggest question of all. How far do the stars stretch out into space? What’s beyond them? In modern times, we built giant telescopes. They have allowed us to cast our gaze deep into the...
View ArticleDon’t Miss Our HUGE Telescope Raffle
As a fundraiser for our educational programs this HUGE high quality telescope with all accessories can be yours for Xmas. Someone will take home this powerful telescope just by buying tickets, crossing...
View ArticleWho Was Galileo??
Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei provided a number of scientific insights that laid the foundation for future scientists and a tool to work with. His investigation of the laws of motion and...
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