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Guides to galaxies, nebulae, telescopes, and the night sky — for curious minds everywhere.
Summer Night Sky Guide: What to See from June Through August
Summer brings the Milky Way's brightest section overhead, the Summer Triangle, and dozens of spectacular deep-sky objects. Here is your complete guide to the summer night sky.
Team Visit Astronomy · Mar 2, 2026
Meteor Shower Calendar: When to Watch for Shooting Stars
From the Quadrantids in January to the Geminids in December, meteor showers happen throughout the year. Learn when each major shower peaks, how many meteors to expect, and how to watch.
Team Visit Astronomy · Feb 14, 2026
Observing Jupiter: Cloud Bands, the Great Red Spot, and Galilean Moons
Jupiter is the most dynamic planet in the solar system for telescope observers. Learn how to see cloud bands, the Great Red Spot, moon transits, and shadow events in this complete observing guide.
Team Visit Astronomy · Feb 12, 2026
Observing Saturn: Rings, Moons, and Opposition Seasons
Saturn's rings make it the most visually stunning planet in the solar system. Learn when and how to observe Saturn, what details to look for, and why opposition seasons matter.
Team Visit Astronomy · Feb 10, 2026
Cygnus the Swan: Stars, Nebulae & the Northern Cross
Cygnus is one of the most spectacular summer constellations, rich with nebulae, star clouds, and the famous Northern Cross asterism. Explore its bright stars, deep-sky treasures, and the Cygnus Rift that splits the Milky Way.
Team Visit Astronomy · Jan 8, 2026
Perseus: The Double Cluster and Perseus Arm
The constellation Perseus is home to the famous Double Cluster, the variable star Algol, and lies along one of the Milky Way’s great spiral arms. Discover how to explore this rich region of the autumn and winter sky.
Team Visit Astronomy · Jan 6, 2026
The Hercules Cluster M13: Observing a Globular Masterpiece
M13, the Great Globular Cluster in Hercules, is one of the finest deep-sky objects visible from the Northern Hemisphere. Learn how to find it, what to look for at the eyepiece, and why this ancient star cluster fascinates astronomers.
Team Visit Astronomy · Jan 2, 2026
The Gemini Constellation: Stars, Myths & What to See
Gemini is one of the most recognizable winter constellations, home to twin bright stars, a spectacular open cluster, and a famous meteor shower. Explore the mythology, key stars, and deep-sky objects of the Twins.
Team Visit Astronomy · Dec 31, 2025
Fomalhaut and Its Mysterious Debris Ring
Fomalhaut is one of the brightest stars in the sky and hosts a spectacular debris ring that has fascinated astronomers for decades. Discover the star, its dusty disk, the mystery of Fomalhaut b, and how to observe this autumn gem.
Team Visit Astronomy · Dec 26, 2025
Rigel: The Blue Supergiant Lighting Up Orion
Rigel is the brightest star in Orion and one of the most luminous stars visible to the naked eye. Learn about this blue supergiant’s extreme properties, how to observe it, and what its future holds.
Team Visit Astronomy · Dec 24, 2025