In the late 20th century, when we still captured celestial images on film, the few days around New Moon were the only times we could image deep-sky objects. The grainy, low-sensitivity films we used ...

Astronomers Bob Berman and Dr. Valerie Rapson join us to discuss recent space news and answer your questions. Ray Graf hosts. 800-348-2551 is the number to call at show time. Email: VoxPop@WAMC.org Dr ...

1. Take eclipse day off — now! Spring may still seem like a long way off, but April 8, 2024, may turn out to be a very popular vacation-day request. If you’re considering checking out an eclipse, be ...

Initial lunar observation should begin with unaided-eye familiarization of major features, followed by binocular observation for enhanced detail identification. Optimal lunar viewing occurs during ...

Stargazers can expect to see around 20 meteors an hour during the peak of the Orionids. Learn more about October astronomy ...

"I've been able to look at what students struggle with and then ask myself, 'What's something that might be more familiar that will allow them to understand the more complicated or esoteric details of ...