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Explore astronomy

Your path from first look to lifelong observer.

Guides written by TAAA members, plus classes and groups for every level. Each topic links to the full article on the official site.

New to astronomy?

A beginner’s path

  1. 1

    Start with your eyes

    Learn a few bright stars and constellations. Binoculars come next — no telescope needed yet.

    Astronomy basics (opens the official TAAA site in a new tab)

  2. 2

    Look through a telescope

    Come to a public star party and try different telescopes before you buy one.

    Find a star party →

  3. 3

    Choose your own

    Practical advice on what to consider before buying a first telescope.

    Considering a telescope (opens the official TAAA site in a new tab)

  4. 4

    Keep learning together

    Join classes, the Astronomy Fundamentals group, and monthly meetings.

    Classes & workshops (opens the official TAAA site in a new tab)

Observing

Tips for better nights under the sky.

Observing tips (opens the official TAAA site in a new tab)Observing resources (opens the official TAAA site in a new tab)

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Go deeper

Topics, classes and groups

Special-interest groups