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Explore the complete list of observatories in Michigan, from historic domes and university facilities to community stargazing sites across the state. This guide includes locations, telescope types, visiting hours, public programs, and practical tips to help amateur astronomers, educators, and travelers plan memorable night-sky experiences in Michigan.
This comprehensive list profiles Astronauts from Utah — covering hometowns, NASA missions, career highlights, and the state ties that shaped their journeys. Explore concise bios, mission summaries, and historical context to learn who represented the Beehive State in space.
An up-to-date, comprehensive directory of Planetariums in Washington, this post lists facilities statewide with addresses, show schedules, admission info, accessibility notes, and tips for families and educators. Whether you’re planning a night of stargazing or a school field trip, find the planetarium nearest you and practical planning details to make your visit smooth.
Explore eight compelling reasons to study the Kuiper Belt, the icy region beyond Neptune. This hub post outlines how Kuiper Belt research reveals solar system origins, hosts dwarf planets, informs planetary defense, and fuels future exploration and resource prospects — with links to deep-dive articles on each reason.
Explore the 10 Most Famous Meteorites in this illustrated hub post—each entry links to a full profile detailing discovery, composition, scientific significance, and museum locations. Ideal for space enthusiasts, educators, and travelers curious about the iconic specimens that changed our view of the solar system.
This List of Wolf-Rayet Stars offers a clear, curated overview of these hot, massive, evolved stars known for powerful stellar winds and unique emission spectra. Learn about classifications, notable examples like WR 104, and why Wolf-Rayet stars matter to stellar evolution and supernova progenitors—an essential reference for students, amateur astronomers, and researchers.
Explore seven practical methods to predict space weather, from solar observations and satellite monitoring to ground magnetometers and forecasting models. This hub links to in-depth guides on each approach so you can understand the science, tools, and steps researchers and operators use to anticipate solar storms and geomagnetic activity.
A curated hub exploring the 10 most bizarre exoplanets scientists can’t explain. This post summarizes each planet’s strangest traits—odd orbits, extreme climates, rogue wanderers, and puzzling signals—and links to detailed deep-dive articles for readers who want images, data, and expert analysis.
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About Little Astronomy
Hi! I’m Elena. I’m a journalist who has been into astronomy since I was a kid. I founded this site to share tips and facts about astronomy and telescopes.If you are new around here and you want to get started with the hobby, check out our astronomy for beginners guide or the recommended gear page.
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