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Astronomy

If the Internet has as many astronomy resources as there are stars in the sky, then think of this Web guide as your map to the best and brightest. Whether you are looking for planetary data, celestial gifts, or fellow star seekers, we'll help you navigate the heavenly sphere of astronomy-related sites and tools on the Web.

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Historical and Modern Astronomy

Astronomy is one of the oldest, most popular branches of science. Unlike practitioners of medicine ... read more »

Astronomy Pictures

Images from outer space are among the most popular scientific artifacts today, capturing the ... read more »

Buying Telescopes, Binoculars, and Cameras

Buying the right stargazing tools can be daunting, even for seasoned experts. Telescopes, ... read more »

Finding Constellations, Planets and Objects in the Night Sky

So, you've bought your telescope, done a little research, and are on your way to a star party with ... read more »

Astronomy Clubs and Associations

The mantra of believers in extraterrestrial life rings true about astronomy buffs the world over: ... read more »

Astronomy News

Developments in astronomy happen at the speed of light. While scientists scramble to make sense of ... read more »

Volunteers and Careers in Astronomy

In 1995, the comet Hale-Bopp was concurrently discovered by two men: Alan Hale, a Ph.D.-holding ... read more »

Astronomy Gifts

For years, friends and family of astronomy buffs were limited to museum emporia and shopping mall ... read more »

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