December 2024
- Focal Plane (26)
- One Good Target (31)
- Rick's Picks (32)
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Astronomy Fundamentals: Sparkling Winter Star Clusters
December brings a mix of emotions for amateur astronomers. The nights are longer, so there is more time available for viewing. In addition to…
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Celebrate the Centennial of Planetariums with a Visit to the New Shanghai Astronomy Museum
The history of planetariums can be traced back to ancient civilizations. In Greece, Archimedes created mechanical devices to illustrate celestial movement. In 1229, Emperor…
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At the Still Point of the Turning Sky
December 2024 · Polaris, a few of its neighbors, and the echo of a delightful asterism
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December ’24 – Rick’s Picks
All month: the solar system continues to favor evening observers this month, leaving only Mars and Mercury for the sunrise crowd. Mercury is hidden…