Each year, the Denver Astronomical Society (DAS) awards the Van Nattan-Hansen-Anderson Scholarship to support promising students in astronomy, astrophysics, and related sciences. We are proud to introduce this year’s recipients, each of whom is pursuing their passion for the universe in unique and inspiring ways.… Continue reading.
The Denver Astronomical Society is proud to announce that Pavlina Karafillis has joined the Board of Trustees, stepping into the role previously held by longtime board member and Outreach Coordinator Dave Catlin. We offer our heartfelt thanks to Dave for his years of generous service and leadership in helping DAS bring the wonders of the night sky to the public.… Continue reading.
The Denver Astronomical Society (DAS) is thrilled to announce our new Outreach Coordinators who are bringing fresh energy, professional experience, and a shared passion for inspiring others through astronomy.
Maria SchanhalsMaria Schanhals is a Planning Analyst with South Suburban Parks & Recreation, a backyard astronomer, and a proud cat mom of two.… Continue reading.
Here’s a brief look at what’s going on in the Mile High City this week.
June 30: Look for the waxing crescent Buck Moon near Mars low in the western skies in the constellation Leo after sunset. Moon at Descending Node: 9:46 PM July 1: Astrophotography Special Interest Group (ASIG) – General Meeting for DAS Members: 7:00 PM (more info).… Continue reading.
Here’s a brief look at what’s going on in the Mile High City this week.
June 23: Look for the waning crescent Strawberry Moon near the Pleiades low in the eastern skies in Taurus before sunrise. The Pleiades, also known as Messier 45 (M45), is a bright open star cluster that is easily visible to the naked eye and often mistaken for a tiny dipper.… Continue reading.
Remember the first time you peered through a telescope and saw the Moon’s craters, or the rings of Saturn? Or maybe the moment you first learned about the night sky in a planetarium, or when a teacher, parent, or grandparent showed you the constellations.… Continue reading.
Share the Night Sky with the Public!Become part of a historic Denver institution and learn to operate a 25-foot-long refractor telescope!
In partnership with the University of Denver, the Denver Astronomical Society (DAS) operates the historic Chamberlin Observatory about three nights a week.… Continue reading.
Every year in mid-March, the Denver Astronomical Society (DAS) gathers for its Annual Spring Banquet. This special event is a time to celebrate the Society’s accomplishments, welcome newly elected board members and trustees, and honor dedicated members with awards.… Continue reading.
The Denver Astronomical Society (DAS) is growing fast! With over 1,100 members and counting, we welcome new astronomy lovers all the time. To help new members get started, we hold New Member Orientations about every four months at the historic Chamberlin Observatory.… Continue reading.
