PRESCOTT AStronomy Club
Exploring the Night Sky Together
Our Mission:
- Bring together people interested in astronomy
- Help them develop their astronomical skills and knowledge
- Encourage education about and public interest in astronomy
Membership Renewal Notice
Membership renewal is available for purchase from Oct 1 – Jan 31. If you are a current member and
you want to extend your membership, follow the link below to submit your payment.
Your renewal will extend your membership until the end of 2025.
Prescott Astronomy Club Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Special Events
Prescott, AZ – [July 21 2024] – The Prescott Astronomy Club is thrilled to announce its 50th Anniversary, marking five decades of inspiring the community with the wonders of the night sky. To commemorate this milestone, the club is hosting a series of special events that promotes astronomy education from September 25 to October 2, 2024. These events are designed to celebrate the club’s rich history in the Prescott area, to engage the community in the fascinating field of astronomy, and to support the club for a long-lasting future.
Event Lineup:
Sept 25: Starry Nights Star Party Location: Highlands Center for Natural History Time: 7:00 PM
Details: Join us for an evening under the stars at the Highlands Center for Natural History. Attendees will have the opportunity to view celestial objects through telescopes provided by the club. Carpooling is encouraged due to limited parking space. This event is open to the public and is a perfect way to kick off the anniversary celebrations. Please RSVP (link coming soon).
Sept 28: PAC 50th Celebration Fundraising Party Location: Hassayampa Inn Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Details: Celebrate with us at the Hassayampa Inn with a special fundraising party. Enjoy an evening of fun, food, and festivities as we raise funds to support our ongoing educational and outreach programs. A silent auction and raffle will highlight products and services from local businesses as well as astronomy and educational items. Don’t miss this chance to contribute to the future of astronomy education in Prescott.
Click here to purchase tickets for the Sept 28 Fundraising Party
Oct 2: Special 50th Anniversary Monthly Meeting Topic: “Celebrating 50 years of Astronomy in Arizona” Speaker: Rev. Christopher J. Corbally, S.J., Vatican Observatory and University of Arizona Location: Prescott Public Library – Founders Suite Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Details: Join us for a special monthly meeting featuring a talk by Rev. Christopher J. Corbally, S.J., of the Vatican Observatory and the University of Arizona. His presentation, “Celebrating 50 years of Astronomy in Arizona,” will reflect on the innovative achievements of astronomy in Arizona, particularly since the founding of the club. From the Clark Refractor to Lowell’s Discovery Telescope, from the Steward Reflector to the Large Binocular Telescope, from photographic plates to digital detectors and adaptive optics, we shall glimpse the innovative achievements of astronomy. This event is free and open to the public.
About the Prescott Astronomy Club:
Founded in 1974, the Prescott Astronomy Club has been dedicated to promoting interest in astronomy through educational programs, public star parties, and community outreach. Over the past 50 years, the club has grown to become a vital part of the Prescott community, providing resources and opportunities for people of all ages to learn about and enjoy the night sky.
Through their generous and ongoing support PAC recognizes the following sponsors: Prescott Public Library, Prescott Valley Public Library, Highlands Center for Natural History.
For more information about the Prescott Astronomy Club and its 50th-anniversary events, contact us at info@prescottastronomyclub.org.
2024 Prescott Astronomy Club meetings and events:
PAC 50th Celebration Events
** September 25, PAC 50th Celebration Starry Nights Star Party @ Highlands Center, 7p** September 28: PAC 50th Celebration Fundraising Party @
** October 2: Special 50th Anniversary Monthly Meeting, Rev. Christopher J.
Corbally, “Celebrating 50 Years of Astronomy in Arizona”, 6p
October 26: Winey Cats Star Party, Chino Valley, 6p
November 6: PAC meeting @ Prescott Public Library: Yearly Business Meeting and Board of Directors Elections, 6p
PAC Holiday Gathering in December, details coming soon.
Monthly club meetings, Starry Nights star parties, and solar/lunar viewing events are open to the public.
All telescope viewing events as well as private star party events are weather dependent.
Cancelations will be noted above and sent via email to club members.
Club Merchandise is Back!!
Its been many years since the last club merchandise was available, and now our logo gear is back for a limited time.
T-shirts $30 – Gray short sleeve with pocket
Hats $25 – Gray baseball style with adjustable strap
Mugs $25 – White with club logo (*coming soon*)
These club merchandise items will be for sale at all club events (except not at the Prescott Public Library). Come out to a star party or any of our events to view and purchase the items.
If you want an item and are not attending one of the club events contact Brian Blau (contacts page).
Special 50th Anniversary Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Join us for a special monthly meeting featuring a talk by Rev. Christopher J. Corbally, S.J., of the Vatican Observatory and the University of Arizona.
His presentation, "Celebrating 50 years of Astronomy in Arizona," will reflect on the innovative achievements of astronomy in Arizona, particularly since the founding of the club. From the Clark Refractor to Lowell's Discovery Telescope, from the Steward Reflector to the Large Binocular Telescope, from photographic plates to digital detectors and adaptive optics, we shall glimpse the innovative achievements of astronomy.
This event is free and open to the public.
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Upcoming Event Descriptions
Special 50th Anniversary Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Join us for a special monthly meeting featuring a talk by Rev. Christopher J. Corbally, S.J., of the Vatican Observatory and the University of Arizona.
His presentation, "Celebrating 50 years of Astronomy in Arizona," will reflect on the innovative achievements of astronomy in Arizona, particularly since the founding of the club. From the Clark Refractor to Lowell's Discovery Telescope, from the Steward Reflector to the Large Binocular Telescope, from photographic plates to digital detectors and adaptive optics, we shall glimpse the innovative achievements of astronomy.
This event is free and open to the public.
In Progress or Concluded
Winey Cats Star Party
Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Star Party at Winey Cats in Chino Valley.
More details coming soon!
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Yearly Business Meeting and Board of Directors Elections
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Come out to participate in the club's yearly business meeting. We discuss club objectives and upcoming plans, take feedback from club members, and hold elections for President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary.
Open discussions on astronomy or have your questions answered. Come to this meeting to help guide the club into 2025 and enjoy a casual and social event.
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