List of Astronomy Clubs

Getting started in astronomy can find some easy and fun help. Learning from the experiences and experience of others is a great way to get rolling. Here is a list of several Astronomy Clubs throughout the world (mostly in the United States):

Saguaro Astronomy Club
The Saguaro Astronomy Club (SAC) was formed in 1977 to promote fellowship and the exchange of information among its members -- amateur astronomers. SAC members meet monthly for both general meetings and observing sessions, and regularly conducts and supports public programs on astronomy.

The Northern Virginia Astronomy Club (NOVAC)
NOVAC is located in the state of Virginia, in the United States of America. Our members primarily reside in the counties near Washington D.C. Our primary purpose is providing enjoyment and education to the public (and ourselves!) through amateur astronomy. We strive to be a friendly club with a focus on observing, and we are one of the largest clubs in the United States with almost 1000 members.

Rockland Astronomy Club
Founded in 1958, Rockland Astronomy is one of the East Coast's premier astronomy club
and astronomy education organization. Providing an exciting array of activities
not available elsewhere. Rockland Astronomy will be your portal to the
wonders of the universe through our outstanding lectures, workshops, star parties,
planetarium shows, films, and much,much more.

The Society for Telescope, Astronomy and Radio
S*T*A*R is a registered non-profit educational amateur astronomy society located in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Membership is open to anyone interested in any area of astronomy.

The Raleigh Astronomy Club
The Raleigh Astronomy Club is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating and promoting amateur astronomy and is a member of the Astronomical League.

The Atlanta Astronomy Club
The AAC was founded in 1947 By Dr. William Calder, Chair of Astronomy at Agnes Scott College, to promote amateur astronomy and professional and amateur collaboration. It is one of the oldest and, with over 380 members, one of the largest clubs in the southeastern United States.

North Houston Astronomy Club
NHAC is a non-profit organization sponsored by Kingwood College, North Harris Montgomery Community College District. NHAC is dedicated to increasing the awareness and knowledge of the science of Astronomy.

The Huachuca Astronomy Club
The Huachuca Astronomy Club (or HAC) is Cochise County, Arizona's premier astronomy club. The pronunciation of the Native American word 'Huachuca', as best as I can do, is Waa-chew-Ka. The closest translation to English is 'Thunder Mountain'. With 'home base' at Cochise College in the heart of Sierra Vista, the Huachuca Astronomy Club also serves the communities of Hereford, Palominas, Fort Huachuca, Bisbee, historic Tombstone, Douglas, Huachuca City, Benson, Willcox, Sonoita (in Santa Cruz County), and other surrounding areas. Even Tucson is represented, by some who prefer the Huachuca Astronomy Club's smaller-town, friendlier atmosphere. (Tucson is approximately 60 miles NW from Sierra Vista.)

The Prairie Astronomy Club
The Prairie Astronomy Club was founded in 1961 as a non-profit organization dedicated to encouraging the study of Astronomy and related subjects for the benefit of its members and the general public. The club presently has over 80 members with a wide variety of interests ranging from simple naked-eye sky gazing to deep-sky objects, variable star observing, and the use of computers. The club holds monthly meetings open to the general public on THE LAST TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH, unless the date conflicts with a major holiday. The meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. at the HYDE MEMORIAL OBSERVATORY located in HOLMES PARK in southeast LINCOLN, NEBRASKA.

Alachua Astronomy Club, Inc.
The AAC was founded September 1987 when Dr. Armen C. Tarjan (Charlie) contacted astronomy professor Howard L. Cohen and asked if Gainesville had an astronomy club. Professor Cohen responded, "Not any longer,* but do you want to start one!" The AAC flourished over the next eleven years and was incorporated as a not for profit organization under the laws of the State of Florida on the fifteenth day of the month of January 1999 at 17:08 Universal Time.

Santa Cruz Astronomy Club
The Santa Cruz Astronomy Club serves all communities in Santa Cruz County, California as well as many members from neighboring areas via our Newsletter the Observer. The emphasis of our club is Observational Astronomy, family participation and public enjoyment of the wonders of the starry night.

East Valley Astronomy Club
East Valley Astronomy Club (EVAC) is a group of more than 200 astronomy enthusiasts in the eastern part of Valley of the Sun. We started out in 1987 as a small band of amateur astronomers in the eastern suburbs of Phoenix, hence the name "East Valley Astronomy Club." We incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1996. Our membership now includes people from all over the valley, even a few from out of town. Our purpose is simple: to forge a network of friendly people with a common interest in star-gazing and astronomical science. We also promote public awareness and education of astronomy by sponsoring viewing sessions for both the general public and local area schools.

North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club
Two of the principal goals of the NSAAC are to promote a wider appreciation of astronomy and to help people choose the most appropriate telescope or binocular for their interest and budget. You do not need a telescope for stargazing, and you do not have need one to become a member of the NSAAC ! In fact, we recommend that you join us for a few observing sessions and look through the many varieties of telescopes owned by our members before making a purchase.

New Mexico Tech Astronomy Club
New Mexico Tech Astronomy Club is a student supported and run club that focuses primarily on public outreach. Outreach is available to anyone for free. The club runs the Etscorn Observatory at New Mexico Tech where most of our public outreach is conducted. Members can also use the facilities almost anytime. Club members are mostly Tech students but we also have members from all over New Mexico who participate in varying degrees. Occasionally the club goes on field trips and sometimes get special VIP tours at such places as the VLA and Chaco Canyon.

Castle Point Astronomy Club
The club is proud to possess various astronomical telescopes that are available to the members for loan, in order that they may have the opportunity to survey the skies at their leisure. This both enables those unable to afford their own telescope the opportunity to enjoy observation, and also enables those thinking of purchasing a telescope to get the feel of using one!

Amhurst Astronomy Organization
Founded 1993, AA is a Public-Service, Non-Profit Organization Supporting : Astronomy, Education, Members, Science, & The Public. AA Conducts 100+ Scheduled Programs & 600+ Individual Member Programs.