Space weather alerts are ringing!! A significant geomagnetic storm is here and there is a good chance to see aurora tonight at ELO. Volunteers will be at the observatory and the public is welcome to attend - free of charge!! The Minnesota Astronomical Society (MAS) host Public Star Parties approximately every other Saturday night, from […]
Featured Speaker: Sarah DevineTime: 7:00 PMTitle: Mars Update Summary: Mars, the planet we populated with robots. From their first flyby to today, what have we learned and what are we looking to do next?The Minnesota Astronomical Society (MAS) host Public Star Parties approximately every other Saturday night, from March to November, at the Eagle Lake […]
Are you new to MAS? Do you have a new telescope, but need some help setting it up? Join us for the Beginner's Special Interest Group's Observing Session. This is a free event, and open to all who want to learn! We hope you can make it! MAS Metcalf Observing Field There is no […]
Saturday May 18, 2024 The Minnesota Astronomical Society would like to invite you to attend the Astronomical League’s Astronomy Day activities at the Eagle Lake Observatory in Baylor Regional Park. Speakers are scheduled throughout the day and will give talks on astronomy and what there is to see. Door prize drawing will be held Saturday […]
Rebecca Messer will be holding an in-person MAS Member Orientation Meeting on Saturday, May 25, 2024. Any new (or old) members, or those considering joining the MAS are invited to meet us from 10:30am to 12:30pm on Saturday May 25 in the meeting room of the Roseville Public Library - RCL- Community Program Room - […]
MAS Star Party Member Weekend Unlike other MAS star party sites, the nature of the relationship between the MAS and the LLCC requirements affects access by both members and the general public. Specifically: Other than the Northern Nights Star Fest, Events held at LLCC are not open to the public. Only MAS members and their […]
7:00 PM Speaker: Matt Dunham Topic: Basics of How Different Telescopes Work Summary: An overview of the most common types of telescope optics and mounts in simple terms with examples at the observatory, including pros and cons and help in selecting the right telescope for the intended uses. Brief Bio: Matt has been a product […]
This is the rescheduled session from the rainout on May 17. Are you new to MAS? Do you have a new telescope, but need some help setting it up? Join us for the Beginner's Special Interest Group's Observing Session. This is a free event, and open to all who want to learn! We […]
The MAS will be hosting a hybrid in-person & ZOOM Monthly Meeting. MAS meetings are free and open to the public. JOIN US! MAS Monthly Meeting – 2024 Eclipse Pictures COVID-19 PROTOCOL: Masks are welcome, but not required at the Monthly Meeting. Reminder if you are feeling ill or have been around someone who has […]
MAS Star Party Member Weekend Unlike other MAS star party sites, the nature of the relationship between the MAS and the LLCC requirements affects access by both members and the general public. Specifically: Other than the Northern Nights Star Fest, Events held at LLCC are not open to the public. Only MAS members and their […]
Virgo Venture The MAS ”Virgo Venture” is a star party dedicated to observing many of the brighter galaxies in the Virgo Cluster. The Venture is scheduled for the new moon weekend, usually one month after the Messier Marathon, when Virgo is in a prime viewing position. Saturday is the primary night, with Friday being the […]
The Minnesota Astronomical Society (MAS) host Public Star Parties approximately every other Saturday night, from March to November, at the Eagle Lake Observatory. Public star parties are open to all, you do not need to be a MAS member to attend. Typically there is no fee to attend a star party, however donations are greatly […]