The Astronomical Society of the Pacific was founded in 1889 by a group of Northern California professional and amateur astronomers after joining together to view a rare total solar eclipse. The ASP's earliest purpose was to disseminate astronomical information - a mission which has flourished with astronomers' inexhaustible exploration of the universe. The ASP has become the largest general astronomy society in the world, with members from over 70 nations. The ASP Board of Directors is comprised of members of the astronomy, educational, and amateur communities.

The Society offers programs and activities for each unique part of our membership. Mercury magazine is published every other month to keep our members abreast of developments in astronomy. Our online (as well as mail-order) catalog offers something for everyone - from schoolchildren to scientists - distributing engaging and enlightening materials for both home and classroom. The ASP's Annual Meeting moves from city to city around the U.S., bringing a weekend astronomy expo, teachers' workshops, and scientific symposia to a new audience each year. To keep up with the most recent discoveries, anyone can phone the ASP hotline at 415/337-1100 ext.6 for updates on late-breaking astronomy news.

The ASP has also developed into the recognized leader in the field of astronomy education. Our free teachers' newsletter, The Universe in the Classroom, is distributed quarterly to over 10,000 educators worldwide. With the support of the National Science Foundation and NASA, the ASP sponsors Project ASTRO, an innovative program to pair amateur and professional astronomers with teachers and classes. Our staff works regularly with the media to guide journalists reporting science and to explain it to the public in easily understood terms. Recently, the ASP was selected to assist in the development and operation of the Public Education Program for NASA's exciting SOFIA project.

JOIN THE ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY OF THE PACIFIC

       Our universe grows increasingly astounding with each new discovery astronomers unveil - and even more challenging to comprehend. Founded in 1889, the Society sponsors programs and activities for each unique part of its membership, including educators, amateur and professional astronomers, and the general public. We invite you to join the Astronomical Society of the Pacific and let us guide you on your own personal exploration of the cosmos.

PRIVILEGES OF MEMBERSHIP

  • One year subscription to Mercury, our bi-monthly member magazine, including SkyMaps and SkyChats
  • Discounts on purchases from the ASP catalog of exciting astronomy-related products
  • Discount on ASP Conference Series Proceedings
  • Advance notification and special rates for our Annual Meeting where you can meet members from around the globe
  • Voting privileges in Society elections

STUDENT $25 (Foreign $34)
INDIVIDUAL $35 (Foreign $44)

  • Basic membership above for one individual

FAMILY $60

  • Basic membership for two adults in the same household
  • Subscription to The Universe in the Classroom

SUPPORTER'S CIRCLE $125

  • Basic membership for two adults in the same household
  • Subscription to The Universe in the Classroom
  • Exclusive privileges at the Annual Meeting
  • Donor recognition in the Annual Report
  • Special Gift

Visit our web site at:

http://www.astrosociety.org/

 

 

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