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.

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Ask Astro: Does Planet Nine have enough mass to be a black hole?

Astro for Kids: Why are planets round?

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Perseverance samples its first (two) rocks

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Why haven’t humans reached Mars?

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Jupiter through binoculars

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Astronomers identify a new class of habitable planet

Jupiter at opposition: Explore the gas giant at its best

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How Mars rover drivers navigate the Red Planet

Are there any planets outside of our solar system?

Grand tour: Wild weather of the solar system

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Snapshot: Juno sails by Jupiter and Ganymede

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Venusian trio: ESA teams up with NASA to send another spacecraft to Venus

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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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