NHAS LogoNew Hampshire Astronomical Society

 

December 9th in Astronomy and Space Science
Astronomical Event1874A transit of Venus is visible from most of North America, the Atlantic Ocean, and western Europe. This was the first predicted transit since the invention of the camera, so there was hope that detailed timings could be obtained to help determine the Earth-Sun distance. However, measurements from different astronomers varied widely resulting in no usable consensus.
Unmanned Spaceflight1978US launches the Pioneer 13 spacecraft. Also designated Pioneer-Venus 2, it goes into orbit of Venus and releases a set of four probes into the atmosphere.
Home Page
Join Us
Event Calendar
Newsletter
Library Telescope Program
NHAS Gear
Club Observatory
 Resource Guide (PDF)
Scope Buying Advice
Skywatches
Contact Us
Constitution & Bylaws
Neighboring Clubs
Acknowledgements
 Member's Area (login may be required)
Annual Dues
Forums
YFOS Map
Club Assets

Officer's Area (login required)
NHAS Administration
©2019 New Hampshire Astronomical Society • P.O. Box 5823 • Manchester, NH 03108-5823