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Founded in 1927, Amateur Astronomers Association, Inc. is a 100% volunteer-run 501(c)(3) non-profit that promotes the study and public awareness of the cosmos through observing, education, outreach, astrophotography, and more. Every membership & donation helps us to provide awe-inspiring programming for all to enjoy.

Events

Upcoming Classes, Lectures & Observing Opportunities

AstroNews #2 – Sky Talk That’s Down To Earth (free)

A FREE, single-evening, bimonthly class about developments in astronomy.
Background presentation followed by Q&A and class discussion.
First topic: Sex in Space
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Observing: High Line

The AAA returns to the High Line for 2022 with a new location! Join us on Tuesdays, weather permitting. We will meet at the

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CLOCKS, CALENDARS, COORDINATES, ORBITS

Wednesdays, 7 PM. March 30; April 6, 13; May 4, 11, 18
An introduction to timekeeping, calendars, astronomy coordinates, stars maps, and orbits in space.
Registration now open. Click class title for more details.

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Observing: Pier i Stargazing

Join AAA astronomers for views of the day and evening skies through their telescopes. Events are free; weather permitting.

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Observing: High Line

The AAA returns to the High Line for 2022 with a new location! Join us on Tuesdays, weather permitting. We will meet at the

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Dark Sky Observing at North-South Lake: Members Only

The Amateur Astronomers Association has an agreement with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation that allows us to have observing sessions at North-South

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Observing: Lincoln Center (Hearst Plaza)

The AAA returns to Lincoln Center for 2022! We have two observing locations: Josie Robertson Plaza (in front of the fountain) and Hearst Plaza (near the reflecting pool).

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Astronomy Smorgasbord, Summer 2022

Another set of 6 topics with 6 different instructors.
Wednesdays, 7 PM, from June 1 to July 6, 2022

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Observing: Pier i Stargazing

Join AAA astronomers for views of the day and evening skies through their telescopes. Events are free; weather permitting.

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Stargaze & Observe in NYC

Want to see the stars and planets up close? Gaze upon the rings of Saturn? Our members set up telescopes all over New York area for the public to enjoy. Come join us at a FREE observing event!

Learn Astronomy

From current missions to night sky photography, attend a free lecture or join an in-depth class to learn all about the wonders of our cosmos. Please note all classes are for members only. Join or login to register for a class.

Join Our Community

Our members are passionate amateur astronomers and astrophotographers from New York and all over the world. Join for access to members only classes and programs and support our volunteer run non-profit!

Explore the universe with us

Events

Upcoming Classes, Lectures & Observing Opportunities

AstroNews #2 – Sky Talk That’s Down To Earth (free)

Observing: High Line

CLOCKS, CALENDARS, COORDINATES, ORBITS

Observing: Pier i Stargazing

Observing: High Line

Dark Sky Observing at North-South Lake: Members Only

Observing: Lincoln Center (Hearst Plaza)

Astronomy Smorgasbord, Summer 2022

Observing: Pier i Stargazing

Stargaze & Observe in NYC

Learn Astronomy

Join Our Community

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Latest Articles from Our Magazine

Message from AAA’s President

What’s Up in the Sky – May 2022

Events on the Horizon – May 2022

A Nice Double Star Target For May!

Member Highlight: Bruce Kamiat

Astro-Cartoons by Dennis Kendrick

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