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Look up.
Discover more.
We bring the wonder of the universe closer through public observing, classroom astronomy, youth programs, and a welcoming community of sky explorers.
Spaceflight
The next launch.
SDA Tranche 1 Transport Layer A (opens in a new tab)
Falcon 9 Block 5
Go for launch
Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA
Tranche 1 Transport Layer A is one of six missions by the United States Space Force Space Development Agency (SDA) for the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) Tranche 1 Transport Layer…
Photo: SpaceX, CC BY-NC 2.0.
Our mission
A shared sky.
A more curious community.
The American Bootes Astronomical Society brings professional and amateur astronomy into public spaces, schools, and family programs through observing events, lectures, summer camps, and classroom outreach.
We are amateur astronomers, educators, families, and lifelong learners united by science, the outdoors, and the wonder of the universe.
What we do
Explore astronomy your way.
Meet us under the stars, invite astronomy into a classroom, or join a community that keeps learning together.
Public Stargazing
Shared telescope views and friendly guidance bring the night sky within reach.
View upcoming events 02Astronomy in Classrooms
Hands-on science experiences designed to spark questions and lasting curiosity.
Plan a school visit 03Youth & Summer Programs
Science, outdoor discovery, and teamwork for the next generation of stargazers.
Explore STEM camp 04Talks & Community Events
Accessible conversations about astronomy, discovery, and our place in the cosmos.
Browse activitiesAstronomy worldwide
Discoveries from observatories and space agencies around the world.
NASA SmallSats Launch to Advance Science, Technology, Orbital Operations
Three NASA-supported small spacecraft launched at 11:32 a.m. PDT Thursday to demonstrate new propulsion technologies, study how galactic dust and high-energy radiation move through galaxies, and advance capabil…
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Webb reveals stunning panorama of star formation
This starry view of the nearby star-forming region IC 348 is one of the largest images from the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope released to the public so far. Using Webb, astronomers searched IC 348 for…
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Extremely Massive Galaxy Proto-Supercluster Smashes Distance Records
An international team of astronomers has discovered the most distant progenitor to a galaxy supercluster ever. The discovery supports existing theories of how galaxy clusters evolve, and reveals how they are co…
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There is a place for you under this sky.
Whether you are a seasoned observer or simply curious, join fellow explorers who love to learn, share, and look up together.