Welcome to Wisconsin Astronomy

Our own state of Wisconsin is home to world-class astronomy and space research institutions, state-of-the-art planetaria, world-reknowned observatories and dozens of amateur astronomy clubs. Want to explore space? Chances are, you can do it from a location very close to home!

 

Got Your First Telescope?

Two Milwaukee-area astronomy clubs are having special "clinics" for people looking for tips on how to use their telescopes. The NCSF is having their event Thursday, Jan 14 in Mequon and the Milwaukee Astronomical Society is doing a similar thing on Friday, Jan 15 in Waukesha.


Looking for a Telescope?

   
The Orion Skyquest XT 4.5 is an excellent telescope for kids. Jeff Setzer has no affiliation with any telescope company but this guide is provided as a service. Jeff Setzer has written a First Telescope Buyer's Guide (these are his opinions, not necessarily those of others). Click on the icon to start!
   

 

IYA2009

2009 has been designated The International Year of Astronomy by the United Nations. 135 countries are participating in a wide variety of events spanning the globe.

Here in Wisconsin, the astronomical community has banded together to plan hundreds of events across our state. This website is the clearinghouse for all things IYA2009 in the Badger State.

Outside of our participation in observing events throughout the year, IYA2009 projects with Wisconsinite participation include 365 Days Of Astronomy, Cosmic Diary, Galilean Nightsand the Galileoscope.