Astronomy

  • Space

Reaching for the Stars

Astronomy is sometimes referred to as the oldest science, but it is very much a part of our modern world. With NASA and the US returning to the Moon, missions to Mars and the outer planets, and new planets being discovered almost daily, Astronomy is an exciting part of our lives.

Endless Opportunities in Astronomy

4-H Astronomy explores the universe and our place in it through in person and virtual activities, on subjects like constellation identification, basic telescope techniques and rocket buidling and launching. The fun and learning is truly out of this world. 

We offer to train adult volunteers to host neighborhood stargazing events for people of all ages to explore the night sky during celestial events like meteor showers, eclipses, comets and many more.

  • Boy looklng into telescope
  • Man and child looking at meterorite display
  • Kids with rockets
  • People launching weather balloon
  • Rocket Launching at NEFAF
    Rocket Building and Launching
  • John Gianforte looks through a telescope to study astronomy in the UNH Observatory

Events

New England Fall Astronomy Festival (link)
October 4 and 5
UNH Observatory

Public Observing Sessions at UNH Observatory (link)

October 19, 8:00pm – 10:00pm

November 2, 8:00pm – 10:00pm

November 16, 8:00pm – 10:00pm

December 7, 8:00pm – 10:00pm

December 21, 8:00pm – 10:00pm

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Explore Astronomy Beyond The Festival with 4-H

Let us know if you or a child you know is interested 4-H Astronomy programs, like Star Parties in their community. 
Submit your name and email address to have a 4-H program manager help you get involved.  

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