Hamilton RASC Lending Library
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Exclusive to members, our collection of telescopes, accessories, and books lets you try before you invest. Borrow for up to 60 days and find the perfect fit for your stargazing needs. Not a member yet? Join us today!
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Experience the magic of the cosmos by joining RASC Hamilton, part of Canada’s leading astronomy organization. Whether you’re an experienced astronomer or just beginning to explore the night sky, our club offers something for everyone in the Hamilton and Halton Region.
🌌 Exclusive Access to Our Observatory For the best star gazing in Hamilton, look no further than our club’s dedicated observatory. It’s one of the few in Canada where members can access advanced telescopes and equipment to observe the stars, planets, and deep-sky objects up close.
🌟 Find Dark Areas for Stargazing Did you know the Hamilton area has some good dark areas for stargazing nearby? Our observatory is far enough from most of the light pollution in the area, but close enough to access easily, allowing you to immerse yourself in the beauty of the night sky.
✨ Engaging Monthly Meetings and Events Curious about what’s happening in astronomy? Join us for our monthly meetings , where we explore topics like telescope techniques, stargazing tips, and the latest in space exploration. Meet like-minded enthusiasts and discover new ways to enjoy the night sky.
🌠 A Calendar Full of Activities From astrophotography workshops to meteor shower watch parties, there’s always something exciting happening. Check out our event calendar to see what’s next and plan your next adventure under the stars.
Ready to explore the universe? Join the RASC Hamilton chapter today and become part of a passionate community dedicated to sharing the wonders of the cosmos.
Viking 2: Expanding Humanity’s Reach on Mars
On September 9, 1975, just weeks after its twin Viking 1, NASA launched the Viking 2 spacecraft toward Mars. Like its predecessor, Viking 2 was an ambitious dual mission, consisting…
James Clerk Maxwell – The Visionary Behind Electromagnetic Theory
James Clerk Maxwell’s groundbreaking work united electricity, magnetism, and light into a single theoretical framework, revolutionizing physics and profoundly influencing astronomy. His equations, which form the foundation of electromagnetic theory,…
Viking 1 – America’s First Mars Lander
Just two months after the Venera 10 mission set off for Venus, NASA launched one of the most iconic missions in planetary exploration: Viking 1. Blasting off on 20 August…
Arthur Eddington – Illuminating the Stars
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Venera 10: Unlocking the Secrets of Venus’s Mysterious Surface
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Frank Drake – Listening for Life Among the Stars
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The Sumerians and the Invention of Time
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Venera 9 – First Images from the Surface of Venus
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Virginia Louise Trimble: Astrophysicist, Historian, and Advocate for Astronomy
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Norman H. Broadhead: Hamilton Centre RASC President (1940–1941)
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