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How Dr. Clara Brasseur is fine-tuning astronomy data for your listening pleasure.

The June Solstice marks the official beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere and the longest day of the year. Learn how Earth’s tilt creates the changing seasons and discover how people around the world celebrate this astronomical event.

Learn the fascinating history behind the blue moon phenomenon. Discover why the moon isn't actually blue, how Shakespeare connected to this rare celestial event, and what causes two full moons in one month.

Meet Dr. Kate Minker, a planetary astronomer and Percival Lowell Postdoctoral Fellow whose passion for natural science led her from botanical gardens to studying binary asteroid systems.

Plan your perfect summer 2026 visit to Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff. Explore astronomy exhibits, historic telescopes, Route 66 history, and enjoy dining at Planet X Cafe.

Scientists use machine learning and AI to classify meteors with new Hclass system, analyzing 28,000 meteor events to reveal meteoroid composition and origins from asteroids and comets.

Historic Moon Tree dedication at Lowell Observatory honors Apollo 14 mission with Senator Mark Kelly and astronaut descendants celebrating lunar exploration legacy in Flagstaff.