The Moon

The Moon is Earth’s only natural satellite. Whether enjoying a lunar eclipse or observing the Moon’s surface, it has many fascinating features to explore.

How is it that in space, despite the Sun’s presence, the surroundings look black? Apollo photos show a black sky, even with strong sunlight on the surface.

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A brief glimpse of totality

What would happen if the Moon’s farside faced Earth?

The Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter discovers lunar hydrogen more abundant on Moon’s pole-facing slopes

Total solar eclipse

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Darkness at midday

The Reiner swirl

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Jupiter shines brilliantly

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Jupiter’s marvelous moons

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The LRO spacecraft captures images of LADEE’s impact crater

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Jupiter’s evening return

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NASA mission finds widespread evidence of young lunar volcanism

NASA mission points to origin of “Ocean of Storms” on Earth’s Moon

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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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