Astronomical Society of South Australia
Raising community participation and awareness in astronomy
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About Us
The Astronomical Society of South Australia was founded in 1892 and is the oldest society of its kind in Australia. It is the only representative body for amateur astronomy in the state of South Australia.
The objectives of the Society are to promote the Science of Astronomy and all its branches. It does this by holding regular meetings and viewing nights, circulating current astronomical information, and encouraging popular interest in Astronomy.
The Society occupies a number of permanent observatories in
South Australia that house some of the largest telescopes in the
state, and can bring smaller telescopes to schools and groups
venues.
Find out more about us
- Interest
Groups
The Society has a number of interest groups where members with particular interests meet with others of similar interests and engage in relevant activities.
- Regional
Branches
At present the Society has two regional branches that regularly hold meetings and viewing nights in their local area. Each branch has a number of assorted telescopes.
- A Brief
History
A brief history of the Astronomical Society of South Australia, which was established over 100 years ago by Sir Charles Todd.
Still want to know more?
Do you have a question about us or astronomy? Perhaps you want to book your group in at an observatory? Please feel free to contact us.