Welcome
Hello and welcome
to the homepage for the astronomy section of the Hampstead Scientific Society
(HSS). This is one of the most visible parts of the HSS due to our
observatory which is open to the
public on clear Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Follow this
link for the opening times and a map. A list what is visible in the
skies above Hampstead this month can be found over here.
![[Crowd at the Venusian tranist 2004]](./images/venus_transit_2004_crowd_2.jpg)
There is of course more to the Astronomy Section than merely observing the sky at the weekend. Sometimes the objects in the sky put on a bit of a show, outside of our normal opening hours. On these occasions there are extra sessions to accomodate increased public interest. For a fuller picture of the section's activities have a look at our section reports and consult some of our member's pages.
We are also one of the oldest parts of
the society, forming a significant reason for the establishment of the
Scientific Society back in 1899. A summary of the history of the
astronomical section of the HSS can be
found on this page.
The purpose of the observatory is to share the night sky with the wider public. It costs nothing to visit and donations are welcome. To whet your appetite click here to browse our picture gallery.
In the meantime clear skies,
Doug
Daniels
Section Secretary
Officers
Joint Section Secretary: | Doug Daniels |
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Joint Section Secretary: | Simon Lang |
Treasurer: | John Tennant |
Contact
Our e-mail address is: astronomy@hampsteadscience.ac.uk.
If you would like to receive regular information about events etc. at the Observatory by e-mail, send an e-mail to: Simon Lang at Hampstead Observatory.
Hampstead Scientific Society
This section is part of a wider organization devoted to the promotion of science in general: the Hampstead Scientific Society. This is a registered charity (#278114) and was founded in 1899. The current officers are found under Membership. There is a monthly guest lecture on some aspect of science. These are open to the public and held at the Crypt Room of St. John's Church in Hampstead. Click on the HSS logo to access the main society website for the full programme.
A membership of the society is not expensive. Details of subscription fees inlcuding how to transmit the money, relevant forms, and addresses can be found along this link.