Sharing the wonder and excitement of astronomy!

The Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association is a group of people that explore, observe, and learn about the objects in the solar system and night sky, and who enjoy sharing their knowledge. Our members vary in expertise from beginner to professional.

Don't feel that you need to own a telescope to belong to the TAAA! Many members attend observing sessions to get a feel for the kind of telescope they may someday like to buy or make.

Learn more about TAAA activities and programs.

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Upcoming TAAA Meetings...

Friday, July 3, 2009 - 7:30-9:00PM
General Meeting
Title: 400 Years of the Telescope
Speaker: PBS documentary presentation

The documentary was designated by the United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization and the International Astronomical Union as one of 11 special projects to celebrate the International Year of Astronomy 2009. This documentary originally aired on PBS in April 2009 but many members missed it, so we’ve scheduled this special viewing. The video includes comments by six Tucson area professional astronomers.

See Public Calendar for further details.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Grand Canyon Star Party [June 13-20, 2009]
NOTICE: All those planning to attend must execute the NEW 2009 Version of the "Memorandum of Understanding." See GCSP page to download the NEW form.

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CONTACTING TAAA:
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Monthly meetings are held at Steward Observatory Auditorium, Room N210, 933 N. Cherry on the University of Arizona campus. Meetings are scheduled the first Friday of each month. (When first Friday falls on July 4, or January 1, meetings are scheduled the following Friday.)

Friends of TAAA

Project Astro

National Optical Astronomy Observatory’s educational outreach program.

Steward Observatory

Located at the University of Arizona and associated with facilities on Kitt Peak, Mt. Bigelow, Mt. Lemmon, and Mt. Graham.

Astronomical League
Promoting astronomy education and research, and supporting amateur astronomical societies.

Night Sky Network

Nationwide coalition of amateur astronomy clubs bringing the science, technology and inspiration of NASA's missions to the general public.

International Dark Sky Assn (IDA)
IDA supports the ongoing effort to preserve dark skies and starry nights - founded by TAAA Members.

Credits and Disclaimers
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