About The Astro Society

The Astro Society, founded in 1889 as the Astronomical Society of the Pacific, is an international nonprofit scientific and educational organization that works to increase understanding and appreciation of astronomy. Learn more and get involved!

Programs

Our programs and resources further our mission to support those who share the excitement of the universe with others through education and public outreach.
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Workshops

Learn@ASP is the portal to online courses, workshops, webinars, and resources from the Astronomical Society of the Pacific.
Events

The ASP Annual Meeting, Awards Gala, and select events and lectures, help us share our programs and resources, as well as celebrate the work of noted educators, astronomy researchers, and amateur astronomers.
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Astro Society News

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Astronomical Society of the Pacific Launches First Certification for AI-Generated Astronomy Videos

byShanil Virani

AstroVerify is a first-of-its-kind science-reviewed certification that ensures AI-generated astronomy content is accurate, evidence-based, and trustworthy.

Constance Walker receives the ASP's 2025 Fraknoi Supporters Award

Constance Walker, Scientist at NSF NOIRLab receives the 2025 Andrew Fraknoi Supporters Award from the Astronomical Society of the Pacific (ASP) for decades of support and dedication to the ASP’s mission