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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. Membership benefitsMembership is open to people of all ages and professions - the only prerequisite is an interest in Astronomy. At present, the Society has nearly 500 active members. Members enjoy many benefits, including a monthly newsletter, free access to all of the Society's viewing nights, discounts on astronomical publications and magazines, and much more! Members can also borrow books, DVDs and other items from an extensive astronomical library, subscribe to the on-line mailing list, participate in workshops and training, and attend camps. The Society has a number of regional branches that regularly hold meetings and viewing nights in their local area. Each branch has a number of assorted telescopes. Members can also join any of the Society's interest groups and engage in relevant activities or observations. 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. |
More About UsBrochureContains information about the Society, a membership application form, and maps of our primary meeting venues and observatories.
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