- Alachua Astronomy Club
An informal group of people who enjoy looking at stars and planets, and who love to communicate their excitement about the heavens to others.
floridastars.org
- Aldrich Astronomical Society
Central Massachusetts-based organization of amateur astronomers who have united to promote their mutual interest in observational astronomy and telescope making. Meets biweekly.
www.aldrichastro.org
- Amateur Astronomer's Association of Princeton
Enthusiasm for observational astronomy, curiosity about the solar system, amd a fascination for CCD imaging and processing.
www.princetonastronomy.org
- Amateur Astronomers Association of New York
Produces a monthly newsletter, Eyepiece, containing several articles of interest.
www.aaa.org
- Amateur Astronomers Association of Pittsburgh
Promoting popular astronomy in western Pennsylvania.
www.3ap.org
- Amateur Observer's Society of New York
Created in order to bring together astronomy enthusiasts and people of all ages who enjoy sharing their fascination with anything related to astronomy.
www.aosny.org
- Amateur Telescope Makers of Boston
Membership is open to all those interested in pursuing astronomy as a hobby.
www.atmob.org
- Ames Area Amateur Astronomers
Nonprofit educational and scientific organization holding viewing nights at their observatory at McFarland Park and at members' homes.
www.amesastronomers.org
- Amherst Astronomy Association
Free public programs, planetarium shows, solar and sunset observing, astronomy classes, and public and school outreach.
www.amastro.org
- Anteleope Valley Astronomy Club
Founded in 1982 to bring the beauty of the night sky to the families of the Antelope Valley.
www.avastronomyclub.org
- Antique Telescope Society
An international organization of colleagues who are interested in antique astronomical telescopes,books, binoculars, and related materials.
www1.tecs.com/oldscope
- Association of Lunar & Planetary Observers@
dir.yahoo.com/.../Organizations/Association_of_Lunar___Planetary_Observers__ALPO_
- Astronomical Association of Northern California
Group of Northern California astronomy clubs banded together to promote astronomy and space science through conferences and communication.
www.aanc-astronomy.org/index.html
- Astronomical League
Confederation of U.S. astronomical societies inviting you to browse their information on astronomy and astronomical societies.
www.astroleague.org
- Astronomical Society of Edinburgh
Runs the City Observatory at the Calton Hill (10 minutes walk from Princes Street).
www.astronomyedinburgh.org
- Astronomical Society of Flinders University (AstroSoc)
Includes an image gallery, list of coming events, and information about the society.
members.tripod.com/~astrosoc
- Astronomical Society of Frankston, The
Contains information about activities, membership, and more.
www.peninsula.starway.net.au/~aggro
- Astronomical Society of Long Island (ASLI)
Holding meet three times a month on Wednesdays at the New York Institute of Technology and once a month (near the new moon) at the Vanderbilt Planetarium for observing sessions.
www.asliclub.org
- Astronomical Society Of Nevada
With members in northern Nevada and eastern California hosting star parties and many other astronomy-related activities.
www.astronomynv.org
- Astronomical Society of New Haven
Scientific and educational organization which fosters continuing interest in amateur astronomy.
www.asnh.org
- Astronomical Society of New South Wales, Inc
Provides observing facilities for members and educational lectures for members and the public. Also assists in the construction, selection, and use of telescopes.
www.asnsw.com
- Astronomical Society of South Australia
Information about the society, its history and present day activities including dates of meetings and viewing nights.
www.assa.org.au
- Astronomical Society of Southern Africa - Durban Centre
Members, events, and meetings information and newsletter.
www.assadurban.co.za
- Astronomical Society of Southern Africa - Pretoria Centre
Meeting and informal practical observing sessions schedules.
www.pretoria-astronomy.co.za
- Astronomical Society of Southern Africa (ASSA)
Consisting of both amateur and professional astronomers, its membership is open to all interested persons, regardless of knowledge or experience.
www.saao.ac.za/assa
- Astronomy Club HKUSU
Established in Hong Kong, providing activities for students and the public.
www.hku.hk/suastro
- Astronomy Ireland
General interest Astronomy club and magazine with a distinctly Irish flavour.
www.astronomy.ie
- Atlanta Astronomy Club
Inlcudes weather, details of meetings, news, directions, and photo gallery.
www.atlantaastronomy.org
- Auburn Astronomical Society
In central Alabama.
www.mindspring.com/~rwhigham/index.htm
- Austin Astronomical Society
Founded in August 1969 by Austin residents and University of Texas students interested in astronomy and space sciences.
www.austinastro.org
- Baltimore Astronomical Society
Founded 1881. Meets at Maryland Science Center in Balitimore second Tuesday of every month at 7:30 pm.
www.baltastro.org
- Battle Point Astronomical Association
Nonprofit amateur astronomy organization located in Bainbridge Island, Washington.
bicomnet.com/ritchieobs
- Boise Astronomical Society
Nonprofit educational and scientific organization dedicated to bringing the hobby of amateur astronomy to the community.
www.boiseastro.org
- Boston University Astronomical Society
Meets every Sunday evening at 7:30 p.m. in the J.B. Coit Observatory and during special events such as a lunar eclipse or meteor shower.
www.bu.edu/astronomy/buas
- Bristol Astronomical Society, The
Nonprofit society of amateur astronomers dedicated in educating the public to the splendors of the night sky and astronomy. Includes events calendar and membership information.
www.bristolastrosoc.org.uk
- British Astronomical Association@
dir.yahoo.com/.../Clubs/British_Astronomical_Association
- Calumet Astronomical Society
Constellation of the month, gallery, and virtual star party.
casonline.org
- Canberra Astronomical Society
Sharing the wonders of the night sky with telescopes, guest speakers and much more.
www.mso.anu.edu.au/cas
- Castle Point Astronomy Club
Amateur astronomy club in South-East Essex.
www.cpac.org.uk
- Cedar Amateur Astronomers
Family oriented, nonprofit group dedicated to showing the science and wonder of astronomy to Cedar Rapids and the surrounding communities.
www.cedar-astronomers.org
- Central Arkansas Astronomical Society (CASS)
Amateur astronomy club that manages the River Ridge Observatory in central Arkansas. They also provide astronomy education programs and observing outings to school groups and the general public.
www.caasastro.org
- Central Florida Astronomical Society
Private, nonprofit, scientific organization chartered by the State of Florida dedicated to the advancement of astronomy for scientific and recreational purposes.
www.cfas.org
- Central Valley Astronomers
Group of astronomy enthusiasts located in the Fresno area of Central California.
www.cvafresno.org
- Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society
Includes their observing sessions schedule and astro images taken by their members.
rtpnet.org/chaos
- Charlotte Amateur Astronomers Club
Dedicated to the advancement of the general knowledge of astronomy.
www.charlotteastronomers.org
- Charlottesville Astronomical Society
Promoting the enjoyment of astronomical observing and learning in the Central Virginia area.
www.cvilleastro.org
- Chesmont Astronomical Society
Regional astronomy club with members in Chester, Berks, and Montgomery Counties.
www.chesmontastro.org
- Chicago Astronomical Society
Educationally-oriented and supports advancement in the science of astronomy and astrophysics.
www.chicagoastro.org
- Chippewa Valley Astronomical Society
Amateur astronomy club in Wisconsin's Chippewa Valley. Covers a broad spectrum of astronomical interests from casual observing of the constellations to serious visual observing, astrophotography, astrometry, CCD imaging, computer control of telescopes, photometry, telescope building, and radio astronomy.
www.cvastro.org
- Cincinnati Astronomical Society (CAS)
Photo gallery, newsletter archive, calendar of events, history, and instrument information.
www.cinastro.org
- Colorado Springs Astronomical Society (CSAS)
Meets regularly to observe the splendors of the dark, dry, and high Colorado skies.
www.csastro.org
- Cork Astronomy Club
Meets usually on first Monday of the month in the Civil Engineering Dept. UCC. and Friday nights at club the telescope site.
www.qsl.net/ei5fk/astronomy.html
- Denver Astronomical Society
Group of amateur and professional astronomers that share a mutual interest in the heavens. Operates the University of Denver's historic Chamberlin Observatory.
www.denverastrosociety.org
- Eastbay Astronomical Society
Stargazing since 1924 at the Chabot Space and Science Center. Programs include star parties, monthly meetings with featured guest speakers, workshops, advanced astro-research groups, and more.
www.eastbayastro.org
- Escambia Amateur Astronomers' Association
Educational information and images for anyone interested in amateur astronomy.
www.eaaa.net/eaaasection.htm
- Eugene Astronomical Society
Features information on upcoming events and meetings, as well as offering a newsletter and mailing list.
www.eugeneastro.org
- Forsyth Astronomical Society
Organization promotes the hobby and science of astronomy. Site includes events calendar, membership information, forum, and photo gallery.
www.fas37.org
- Fremont Peak Observatory Association
Offering interpretive astronomy, viewing, and educational programs to the public from April through October. Members may operate the 30" Challenger telescope.
www.fpoa.net
- Gibraltar Astronomical Society
With local events, news items of interest to amateur astronomers, and a guide to the night sky.
www.astronomy.gi
- Grand Rapids Amateur Astronomical Association
Features photos by members, and visitor and membership information.
www.graaa.org
- Great Western Astronomer
Conductes public and private star parties, telescope workshops, and sky tours in Nevada and the Eastern slope of the Sierras.
www.gwastro.blogspot.com
- Halls Valley Astronomical Group
Providing astronomical interpretation free of charge to the public at Grant County Park.
www.snap-design.com/HVAG
- Hamilton Amateur Astronomers
Group of individuals dedicated to the enjoyment and advancement of astronomy in Canada.
amateurastronomy.org
- Heart of the Valley Astronomers
Nonprofit organization with a dedicated group of individuals that have a love for the night sky, located in Oregon's Willamette Valley.
www.hva.peak.org
- Houston Astronomical Society
Information about the society, its members, its observatory, and projects that the members participate in including CCD imaging, astrophotography and telescope making.
spacsun.rice.edu/~has
- Kansas Astronomical Observers
Amateur club that builds telescopes, observes the planets and deep sky, practices astrophotography, holds star parties, and helps people new to the hobby.
members.cox.net/jerrytimmons/KAO.html
- Khagol Mandal
Association of amateur astronomers and skygazers with branches through out the state of Maharashtra.
khagolmandal.8m.com
- Laramie Astronomical Society & Space Observers (LASSO)
A place for novice observers and professional astronomers a like.
www.lariat.org/LASSO
- Lehigh Valley Amateur Astronomical Society (LVAAS)
An educational organization dedicated to promoting astronomy and amateur stargazing.
www.lvaas.org
- Longmont Astronomical Society
Activities include lectures on various astronomical topics and related space sciences at local schools as well as monthly public observing sessions and meetings featuring speakers.
www.longmontastro.org
- Louisville Astronomical Society
Established for amateur astronomers and public education.
www.louisville-astro.org
- Macclesfield Astronomical Society
Working to make astronomy accessible to the general public, they meet twice a month for a workshop and a main lecture.
www.maccastro.com
- Manchester Astronomical Society (MAS)
Claims to have the longest continuous history of any provincial astronomical society in England.
www.mikeoates.org/mas/home.htm
- Mattatuck Astronomical Society
Devoted to the science of astronomy in Waterbury, Connecticut since 1986
www.mastransit.org
- Miami Valley Astronomical Society
Dedicated to furthering the knowledge and enjoyment of Astronomy in the Dayton, Ohio, area.
www.mvas.org
- Minnesota Astronomical Society
Founded in 1972, promotes amateur astronomy and astronomy education.
www.mnastro.org
- Mountain Skies Astronomical Society
Educates K-12 and the general public.
www.mountain-skies.org
- Muskegon Astronomical Society - Michigan
Discussion forums, links to resources, member astrophotography and articles.
www.wmich-astro.org
- Naperville Astronomical Association
Astronomy club for southwest suburban Chicagoland. Free public meetings and stargazing from our observatory.
www.naperastro.org
- New Hampshire Astronomical Society
Offers public observing sessions, demonstrations, astronomical slide shows, discussions, and talks.
www.nhastro.com
- New Jersey Astronomical Association
Dedicated to the education of anyone interested in the wonders of the night sky.
www.njaa.org
- Nightquest Astronomical Society
Amateur astronomy club located in Central Minnesota.
customer.wcta.net/wwd/nqas
- North Bay Astronomy Club
Hosts a variety of activities that include monthly meetings, community star parties, public education, and recreational star gazing.
www.gateway-to-the-universe.org
- North Jersey Astronomical Group
Group in Upper Montclair, NJ, interested in all aspects of stargazing.
www.csam.montclair.edu/~west/njag.html
- North West Group of Astronomical Societies (NWGAS)
Information on a number of astronomical societies in the north west of England and north Wales area.
www.manastro.free-online.co.uk/nwgas
- Northamptonshire Natural History Society and Field Club (NNHS)
Archaeology, astronomy, botany, and microscopy sections.
www.hamal.demon.co.uk
- Northeast Kansas Amateur Astronomers' League
NEKAAL is a nonprofit organization which owns and operates Farpoint Observatory.
www.nekaal.org
- Northern Colorado Astronomical society
Astronomical and society current events, images taken by members, a deep sky journey of interesting objects, and the societies monthly newsletter.
www.ncastro.org
- Northern Cross Science Foundation
Amateur astronomy club based in Wisconsin.
www.gxsc.com/ncsf
- Northern Virginia Astronomy Club (NOVAC)
Offers membership, monthly meeting, event, and library information.
www.novac.com
- Observatorio Arval
Bilingual astronomical information (Spanish-English).
www.oarval.org
- Oklahoma City Astronomy Club
Provides educational opportunities to the public in the sciences and academics.
www.okcastroclub.com
- Olympus Mons: The Astronomy Society at the University of Texas at Arlington@
dir.yahoo.com/.../University_of_Texas_at_Arlington/Clubs_and_Organizations
- Omaha Astronomical Society
A nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting Astronomy, the education of the public and is open to anyone interested.
www.omahaastro.com
- Orange County Astronomers
Amateur astronomy club for all levels of interest and capability.
www.OCAstronomers.org
- Orange County Astronomical Association (OCAA)
Serves all communities in Orange County, New York, and places an emphasis on observational astronomy, family participation, and public enjoyment of the wonders of the starry night.
www.ocastronomy.org
- Pajarito Astromoners
Amateur astronomy club based in Los Alamos and serving northern New Mexico.
www.la.unm.edu/~beach/pajarito.html
- Penn State Astronomy Club
Club history, calendars of events, and an astrophotography gallery.
www.clubs.psu.edu/up/astro
- Peoria Astronomical Society
Meets the first Wednesday of each month to swap stories, meet members, and learn a little more about astronomy.
www.astronomical.org
- Polaris Observatory Association
Association with private observatory and thirty inch telescope.
www.frazmtn.com/~polaris
- Prairie Astronomy Club
Members have a wide variety of interests ranging from simple naked-eye sky gazing to deep-sky objects, variable star observing, and the use of computers.
www.prairieastronomyclub.org
- Raleigh Astronomy Club
Educator and promoter of amateur astronomy to the public.
RTPnet.org/~rac
- Riverside Astronomical Society
Bringing the joys of astronomy to the public.
www.rivastro.org
- Rochester's Astronomy Club
Dedicated and active organization devoted to promoting and enjoying the hobby of amateur astronomy.
www.rochesterastronomy.org
- Roper Mountain Astronomers
Amateur astronomers in Greenville, South Carolina.
www.rmastro.com
- Rose City Astronomers
Amateur astronomy club serving Portland, Oregon, with meetings and star parties open to everyone.
www.rca-omsi.org
- Sacramento Valley Astronomical Society
Nonprofit educational society whose primary goal is to foster community interest in astronomy.
www.svas.org
- San Antonio Astronomical Association
Nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of astronomy, science, and education.
www.sanantonioastronomy.org
- San Antonio Astronomical Observing Group
Holds occasional observing sessions and meets on a monthly basis to discuss current astronomy events.
www.sanantonioastronomical.org
- San Diego Astronomy Association (SDAA)
Dedicated to amateur astronomy.
www.sdaa.org
- San Francisco Sidewalk Astronomers
Presenting "urban guerilla astronomy" in which the astronomers stop people on the sidewalk and show them the wonders of the universe all around, including telescope clinics and more.
sfsidewalkastronomers.org
- San Jose Astronomical Association (SJAA)
Programs include a monthly in-town star party, guest speakers at general meetings, and introductory courses on observing.
www.sjaa.net
- San Mateo County Astronomical Society
A club for hobbyists and families, bringing astronomy to the community through public programs and stargazing.
www.smcas.com
- Santa Barbara Astronomical Unit
Club composed of people who share an interest in astronomy sponsored by the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History (SBMNH).
www.west.net/~macpuzl/au/index.html
- Santa Cruz Astronomy Club - California
With membership and meeting information, newsletter, notes on upcoming public viewings, and more.
astro.santa-cruz.ca.us
- Sarnia Centre - Royal Astronomical Society of Canada
Holds meetings and provides information of interest to astronomers; interested in planets, eclipses and stars.
www.sarnia.com/groups/astro
- Seattle Astronomical Society
Created and sustained by people who share a common interest in the observational, educational, and social aspects of amateur astronomy.
sas.ilangainc.com
- Sioux Empire Astronomy Club
Located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, they are a group that is interested in Astronomy and teaching elementary students the basics of astronomy.
www.inskysd.org
- Skyscrapers, Inc.
Monthly meetings on the first Friday of each month, public observing every clear Saturday night, and host of the annual AstroAssembly convention at Seagrave Observatory.
www.theskyscrapers.org
- Smoky Mountain Astronomical Society
Deep sky help and charts, and everything that is astronomical.
www.smokymtnastro.org
- Sonoma County Astronomical Society
Organization for those interested in astronomy and telescope making, with meetings for lectures, demonstrations, star parties and more.
www.sonomaskies.org
- South East Queensland Astronomical Society
Located in Queensland, Australia, the society consists of a group of amateur astronomers who get together and share their views, ideas, and telescopes with friends and fellow members.
www.seqas.org
- South Shore Astronomical Society
Hosts a range of activities for children and adults.
www.ssastros.org
- Southeast Iowa Astronomy Club
Contains information on the John H. Witte Observatory, events calendar, and more.
www.seiac.com
- Southern Astronomical Society (SAS)
Amateur astronomy club serving Brisbane, Gold Coast, and East Queensland enthusiasts.
www.sas.org.au
- Southern Cross Astronomical Society (SCAS)
Founded in 1922.
www.scas.org
- Springfield Stars Club
Public observing sessions at the Springfield Science Museum, Korkosz Award, Arunah Hill dark-sky observing.
www.reflector.org
- Squak Mountain Telescope Gang
Unorganized (but not disorganized) group of amateur astronomers sited somewhere around Issaquah, Washington.
www.squakmountain.org
- St. Louis Astronomical Society
Educational material and information.
www.slasonline.org
- STAR Astronomy Club
Amateur astronomy club.
www.starastronomy.org
- Stars and Coffee
Offers the opportunity to learn about the telescope of an ametuer astronomy group in Kalgoorlie. Site features unique perspectives on aliens and the zodiac.
starsandcoffee.christian-astronomers.org
- Stockton Astronomical Society
Meets at Clever Planetarium for sky tours and monthly star parties. Site includes news links for adults and game links for kids.
astro.sci.uop.edu/~sas
- Swansea Astronomical Society
Astronomical society in Wales aims to promote and conduct research in astronomy. Includes history of the society, news, astronomical images, and general interest.
www.swanastro.org.uk
- Syracuse Astronomical Society
Amateur astronomy in central New York. Information on club meetings and events. Meetings are free and open to the public.
www.syracuse-astro.org
- Tallahassee Astronomical Society
A group of friendly people who have a common interest in astronomy and wish to share that interest with the general public.
www.stargazers.org
- Tiverton Astronomy Society
Local astronomy club site featuring a big section on the Solar System.
www.tivas.org.uk
- Tri-Valley Stargazers Astronomy Club
Robotic solar observatory, dark site/observatory, rental telescopes, star parties, great speakers, newsletter, and more.
www.trivalleystargazers.org
- TriState Astronomers, The
Observing in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.
www.tristateastronomers.org
- UC Davis Astronomy Club
Public viewings, star parties, and other fun events.
maxwell.ucdavis.edu/~astro
- University Lowbrow Astronomers
Amateur astronomy club based in Ann Arbor, Michigan presents open houses, an observer's guide, and selected newsletter articles.
www.umich.edu/~lowbrows
- University of Michigan - Student Astronomical Society
Educates students and the public about astronomy, brings together undergraduate astronomy majors, professors, and research opportunities, and furthers the interests of individuals who are not astronomy majors.
www.astro.lsa.umich.edu/sas
- Ventura County Astronomical Society
Nonprofit astronomy club with members from the Ventura and Los Angeles areas. Offers monthly meetings, a chat room, star parties, and more.
www.vcas.org
- West of London Astronomical Society
Amateur astronomy society meeting in Uxbridge and Wealdstone.
www.wolas.org.uk
- Westminster Astronomical Society
Amateur astronomy club located in Westminster, MD, serving the greater central Maryland and south-central Pennsylvania region.
www.westminsterastro.org
- Wilderness Center Astronomy Club (WCAC)
Offers information about the local planetarium, research and family programs, online tutorials, and more.
www.twcac.org
- Wycombe Astronomical Society
Amateur astronomy society for all ages and all levels of expertise.
www.wycombeastro.org.uk
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