Aldrich Astronomical Society Inc
Aldrich Astronomical Society, Inc. is a central Massachusetts-based organization of amateur astronomers who have united to promote their mutual interest in observational astronomy (stargazing) and telescpe making. Members meet on a regular basis to conduct Sky Viewing sessions (weather permitting) and informal lectures or discussions of current events and topics in astronomy, space science, telescopes, and telescope making. Founded in 1932, the Society was named in honor of the late Professor Fred Aldrich of Worcester Academy, who was a long time promoter and lecturer of astronomy in the Worcester area. Members sponsor public lectures and outdoor viewing events at a variety of locations across central Massachusetts using club resources like telescopes and binoculars.
They also routinely manage a number of Solar System Ambassador Programs throughout the year which seek to bring knowledge of astronomy and space science into the classroom and public venues like libraries, outdoor fairs and scout camp-outs. They also travel to special events and pristine observing sites, like the Conjunction in Northfield, Massachusetts, Stellafane in Springfield, Vermont and Arunah Hill in Cummington, Massachusetts. The Aldrich Astronomical Society has long promoted knowledge about the night sky by offering free public outreach events to assist teachers, educators, librarians and scout leaders in developing programs that will stimulate the imaginations of young people about science and especially about Astronomy!
For more information, please visit http://www.aldrichastro.org