The Halifax Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) is an active association of amateur and professional astronomers, united by their appreciation of the night sky and the wonders it contains. |
Nov. 2 - Halifax Centre Members' Meeting
Open to the Public
Time: 1:00 PM Atlantic (12:00 Noon, Eastern)
Place: Room AT101, Saint Mary's University, Halifax
Martin Connors - 100 Years Ago, Galaxies Did Not Exist
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Officially open for 2024 Submissions: Each year, Halifax Centre hosts this contest to acknowledge the significant works of astrophotographers across Nova Scotia. |
The Halifax RASC YouTube Channel
RASC Astro Imaging Certificate Submissions.
Looking for a telescope? There is a local telescope supplier in Dartmouth. Atlantic Photo Supply has been a long-time supporter of our Nova East Star Party.
Read the Welcome Guide to Astronomy. (pdf)
Check out our Observing Aids, including the Clear Sky Chart, a sky map, and observing lists.
Visit our Dark Skies page.
Find out more About Us.
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Halifax Centre Goals and Objectives. Members are invited to review the proposed work plan, to provide comment, and to volunteer to assist where and if they can.
David Hoskin's April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse in the Maritimes in a YouTube Video.
Green Laser Pointer (GLP) Training
We have a limited supply of 3rd ed. Explore the Universe Guides ($20)
still available for purchase. They will be available in person at the members meeting or e-transfer the funds to treasurer_AT_halifax.rasc.ca
Two new books are available in our library
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