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Events
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Stargazing at Saguaro National Park – East
Saguaro National Park EAST 3693 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ, United StatesStar Party – Saguaro National Park – East3693 S Old Spanish TrailTucson, AZ 85730 Great dark skies on the East side of Tucson at Saguaro National Park – East.Star Party is open to the Public. Event is free but NPS admission fees apply. The Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. … Continue reading Stargazing at Saguaro National Park – East
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Stargazing at Oracle State Park
Oracle State Park 3820 E Wildlife Dr., Oracle, AZ, United StatesViewing Location: Kannally Ranch House Information: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Oracle State Park.3820 E Wildlife Dr., Oracle, AZ 85623Star Party open to the Public. Admission fees for entrance into Oracle State Park apply. Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will be observing the Moon + Planets, … Continue reading Stargazing at Oracle State Park
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HYBRID – General Meeting – May 2025
Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210) 933 N Cherry Ave, Tucson, AZ, United StatesTitle: OSIRIS-REx: Bennu's Secrets Unveiled On September 2023, the OSIRIS-REx mission successfully delivered a pristine sample from asteroid Bennu to Earth, marking a significant milestone in planetary science. In this talk, Dr. Lauretta presents the latest findings from his team’s studies, including the sample's mineralogical, chemical, and isotopic properties, which confirm Bennu's rich organic content … Continue reading HYBRID – General Meeting – May 2025
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Evening Under the Stars @ Chiricahua Astronomy Complex
Chiricahua Astronomy Complex 9315 E Perseus Way, Pearce, AZ, United StatesSemi-Annual Chiricahua Astronomy Complex Evening Under the Stars Saturday May 3, 2025. Address is: 9315 E Perseus Way, Pearce, AZ. We will be observing planets, galaxies, star clusters, multiple star systems, Nebulae, and lots more. Come join us for the free event. The gate will be open at 7 pm. To register for this FREE … Continue reading Evening Under the Stars @ Chiricahua Astronomy Complex
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Stargazing @ Picacho Peak State Park
Picacho Peak State Park 15520 Picacho Peak Rd, Picacho, AZTruely dark skies at a scenic location – Picacho Peak State ParkStar Party is open to the Public. Event is free but park admission fees apply. The Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will observe Planets, Nebulae, Galaxies, Star Clusters and lots more.Great opportunity to look through a variety … Continue reading Stargazing @ Picacho Peak State Park
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Stargazing at Tumacacori National Historical Park
Tumacacori National Historical Park 1891 E Frontage Rd, Tumacacori, AZ, United StatesJoin TAAA and the National Park Service for an evening of stargazing at Tumacacori National Historical Park . Address below.The Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association (TAAA) will have several telescopes with operators for astronomical viewing in front of the Old Mission. We will observe Planets, Nebulae, Galaxies, Star Clusters and lots more. Great opportunity to look … Continue reading Stargazing at Tumacacori National Historical Park
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Stargazing at Tucson Mountain Park – Juan Santa Cruz Picnic Area
Juan Santa Cruz Picnic Area 2000 N Kinney Road, Tucson, AZ, United StatesStar Party @ Tucson Mountain Park – Juan Santa Cruz Picnic AreaTucson, AZ (right next to Sonoran Desert Museum) Viewing Location: Small side loop on East side of main loop.Information: Great dark skies in Western Tucson. Star Party open to the Public. Cost: FREE. Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. … Continue reading Stargazing at Tucson Mountain Park – Juan Santa Cruz Picnic Area
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Stargazing at Saguaro National Park – East
Saguaro National Park EAST 3693 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ, United StatesStar Party – Saguaro National Park – East3693 S Old Spanish TrailTucson, AZ 85730 Great dark skies on the East side of Tucson at Saguaro National Park – East.Star Party is open to the Public. Event is free but NPS admission fees apply. The Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. … Continue reading Stargazing at Saguaro National Park – East
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HYBRID – General Meeting – June 2025
Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210) 933 N Cherry Ave, Tucson, AZ, United StatesTitle: Total Solar Eclipse from Egypt: August 2, 2027 Imagine nearly 6½ minutes of darkness in a location where clouds are almost impossible. Add to that exploring one of the greatest civilizations ever. It’s not a dream, it’s going to happen. And you can be there. The duration of totality in 2027 won’t be surpassed … Continue reading HYBRID – General Meeting – June 2025
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ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – JUNE 2025
Main Presentation: Variable Stars Presenter: Connor Justice This month, Connor Justice will be presenting on Variable Stars for our main topic. Astronomer of the month: Halton Arp Presenter: Stephen Ferris Stephen Ferris will be discussing Halton Arp for our ongoing Astronomer of the Month.
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Stargazing at Oracle State Park
Oracle State Park 3820 E Wildlife Dr., Oracle, AZ, United StatesViewing Location: Kannally Ranch House Information: Great dark skies just north of Tucson at Oracle State Park.3820 E Wildlife Dr., Oracle, AZ 85623Star Party open to the Public. Admission fees for entrance into Oracle State Park apply. Tucson Amateur Astronomy Association will have several telescopes for astronomical viewing. We will be observing the Moon + Planets, … Continue reading Stargazing at Oracle State Park
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ONLINE – Astronomy Fundamentals Meeting – July 2025
Main Presentation: Variable Stars Presenter: Connor Justice After a last-minute cancellation in June, Connor Justice will be presenting the main topic on Variable Stars.
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HYBRID – General Meeting – July 2025
Steward Observatory Lecture Hall (Room N210) 933 N Cherry Ave, Tucson, AZ, United StatesTitle: Beyond the First Look at The NSF-DOE Vera Rubin Observatory The NSF-DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory recently released a first look at a sampling of data products, and now is preparing to begin a ten-year survey of the southern skies. The Legacy Survey of Space and Time will produce unprecedented amounts of data for … Continue reading HYBRID – General Meeting – July 2025
