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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

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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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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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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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: 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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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: WNYC Transmitter Park

Join us for stargazing on the pier at WNYC Transmitter Park on July 6th (rain date July 7th) from 7:30 PM – 10 PM. Weather

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Carl Schurz Park

The Amateur Astronomers Association hosts observing sessions, free and open to the public, one Friday night each month from April through October at Carl Schurz

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Solar Observing: Jacob Riis Beach

Join AAA for our 2022 Pop-Up Astronomy Series! In association with the National Parks Service, AAA is happy to provide solar observing on July 9,

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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

Observing: Lincoln Center (Hearst Plaza)

Observing: High Line

Astronomy Smorgasbord, Summer 2022

Dark Sky Observing at North-South Lake: Members Only

Observing: High Line

Astronomy Smorgasbord, Summer 2022

Observing: WNYC Transmitter Park

Carl Schurz Park

Solar Observing: Jacob Riis Beach

Stargaze & Observe in NYC

Learn Astronomy

Join Our Community

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