NASA's Night Sky Network
Astronomy clubs bringing the wonders of the universe to the public
What is the Night Sky Network?
The Night Sky Network is a nationwide coalition of amateur astronomy clubs bringing the science, technology, and inspiration of NASA's missions to the public. We share our time and telescopes to provide you with unique astronomy experiences at science museums, observatories, classrooms, and under the real night sky.
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Find Clubs and Events
Night Sky Network has over 400 clubs to choose from. Search our calendar of upcoming astronomy activities for locations across the U.S.
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Impacts of the Network
Our incredible collection of amateur astronomy clubs bring together the wonder of astronomy and the excitement of NASA missions to their local and regional communities.
- Since 2004, Night Sky Network member clubs have held more than 68,000 events.
- Collectively, our efforts have reached more than 7.3 million people.
Latest Articles
July’s Night Sky Notes: A Hero, a Crown, and Possibly a Nova!
Tropical Solstice Shadows
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Binoculars: A Great First Telescope
Europa Clipper: First NASA Mission to an Ocean World
Join NASA’s Night Sky Network on Wednesday, September 25, at 6:00 PM Pacific Time (9:00 PM Eastern) with Dr. Bonnie Buratti where we’ll learn more about Jupiter’s moon Europa, and what NASA’s Europa Clipper mission will investigate upon arrival in 2030.
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Outreach Resources
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Night Sky Planner
Find tools to prepare for astronomy adventures.
Stars in the Network
Learn more about our most active clubs.
Is Your Club in the Network?
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