Planets

The solar system’s planets make for great observational targets, whether using a telescope or your naked eye. But finding them sometimes can be a challenge.

Observing, Planets

Sky-event alert: Saturn rules the night

Mercury meets the Pleiades

Saturn returns to glory

Exoplanets, Planets

Sky-event alert: Venus, brightest light in the night sky

Exoplanets, Planets

NASA spacecraft detects buried glaciers on Mars

Observing, Planets

Spot elusive Mercury

Observing, Planets

Saturn rules the night

Observing, Planets

Venus meets Jupiter February 1

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Morning meeting for Jupiter and Venus

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Astronomy magazine podcast: Mars at opposition

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Mars observing tips

Planet action moves to the morning sky

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Credit: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center/Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons.

The Sun

Safely observing the Sun can be a fun and rewarding experience.

Credit: Ted Hauter.

The Moon

Our nearest celestial neighbor provides many great sights.

Planets

Targeting our solar system’s other worlds is well worth the effort.

Credit: Tony Hallas.

Deep-Sky Objects

Nebulae, star clusters, and galaxies are the night sky’s hidden gems.

Credit: Celestron.

Telescopes & Equipment

Explore the tools that can help you unlock the night sky.

Credit: Peter Michaud, Gemini Observatory.

Astrophotography

Capturing great celestial sights is both an art and a skill.

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