ASP Context. Project ASTRO is a project
of the non-profit Astronomical Society of the
Pacific (ASP). ASP was founded in 1889 and now
has members in 50 states and more than 60
countries. It is unique in bringing together
scientists, educators, amateur astronomers, and
thousands of others who are intrigued by the
universe and eager to share the wonder of
astronomy.
ASP's annual meeting, held at a different
astronomical institution each year, brings
together the many facets of the ASP. It includes
informal talks by noted astronomers, a trade-show
exhibition of astronomy-related products,
workshops for teachers that feature hands-on
astronomy activities, and a three-day technical
symposium for professionals on current research
topics.
ASP has an active public information outreach
program that provides answers to astronomical
questions from a wide-ranging audience of school
children, science journalists, amateur
skywatchers, and other interested members of the
public. Information packets are available from
ASP on a variety of topics, from black holes to
women in astronomy The ASP journal, Mercury
Magazine, is available to all members.
ASP education programs include Project ASTRO,
production of The Universe in the Classroom
teachers' newsletter, education outreach for the SOFIA
Project (Stratospheric Observatory for
Infrared Astronomy) at the National Aeronautics
and Space Administration's Ames Laboratory, and
other educational materials -- books, posters,
videotapes, software, CD-ROMs, slide sets, gift
items, and observing aids -- all described in the ASP
Catalog.
Project ASTRO Contacts. Additional
information about Project ASTRO and its
activities can be obtained from the national
office of the Astronomical Society of the
Pacific. The address is
Project ASTRO
Astronomical Society of the Pacific
390 Ashton Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94112
The phone numbers are:
Shannon Lalor, Project ASTRO
Coordinator
415-337-1100, ext. 121
Messages: 415-337-9218
FAX and e-mail are:
FAX: 415-337-5205
e-mail for Andrew Fraknoi, Project
Director, fraknoi@admin.fhda.edu
e-mail for Shannon Lalor, Project
Coordinator,shannon@aspsky.org
Website: Project
ASTRO of the Astronomical Society of the
Pacific
