Cosmic Community Corner: Bright Side Bookshop

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Discover the Charm of Bright Side Bookshop in Flagstaff, Arizona Nestled in the heart of historic downtown Flagstaff, Arizona, Bright Side Bookshop is more than just a place to buy […]

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Temporary “New Star” Could Appear in the Sky Before the End of Summer

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As you may have heard, stargazers may be treated to an unusual sight in the night sky at some point in the coming months: a nova, which will appear to […]

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Lowell Observatory Voted Most Iconic Tourist Destination by PHOENIX Magazine

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Lowell Observatory, a cornerstone of astronomical research and a beloved destination for science enthusiasts, has been awarded the Arizona Travel Award for Most Iconic Tourist Attraction by PHOENIX magazine. This […]

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Celebrating the 2024 June Solstice

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Though school is out and the weather is warming up, it hasn’t been summer just yet—at least, not from an astronomical standpoint. Today (June 20, 2024), those of us in […]

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Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS: A Glimmer of Cosmic Wonder

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Excitement is building among astronomers and skywatchers for Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS (C/2023 A3), which is steadily brightening and developing a visible tail. As of early May 2024, the comet’s magnitude reached […]

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Lisa Actor Moves Toward Retirement

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By Kevin Schindler, Historian & Public Information Officer   In 1928, Lowell Observatory found itself in dire need of someone to lead a renewed search for a new planet. Succeeding […]

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Itinerary for A Summer Day at Lowell

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Itinerary for Summer Day at Lowell The weather is warming up and the days are getting longer. Since October, Lowell has been on its fall opening schedule: closed Monday and […]

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Lowell Observatory Hires Leslie Currie as Chief Philanthropy Officer

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Lowell Observatory Hires Leslie Currie as Chief Philanthropy Officer We’re proud to introduce Leslie Currie, Lowell Observatory’s new Chief Philanthropy Officer! Leslie will lead fundraising efforts as the observatory prepares […]

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Makers, Menders, and Writers | We Talk to Diana Gabaldon

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Makers, Menders, and Writers | We Talk to Diana Gabaldon 2Ep25 Lowell Historian Kevin Schindler sits down with the one and only Diana Gabaldon, author of the wildly popular Outlander book […]

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How to Observe the 2024 Lyrid Meteor Shower

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By Madison Mooney The Lyrid meteor shower peaks on the night of April 21 and the wee hours of April 22, but meteors will remain visible until April 29! What […]

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PRESS RELEASE: Lowell Observatory Hosting Events for April 8 Total Solar Eclipse

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Lowell Observatory Hosting Events for April 8 Total Solar Eclipse Lowell Observatory is hosting two public events for the eclipse—one along the path of totality in Waco, Texas, and the […]

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Itinerary for a Spring Day at Lowell Observatory

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Itinerary for a Spring Day at Lowell Observatory So, you’d like to visit the observatory, but you’re not sure of the best way to budget your time? Never fear: check […]

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