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seven men with varied talents and unyielding resolve formed the New Jersey Astronomical Association - a not for profit corporation dedicated to bringing
astronomy to the general public. They devised and executed a plan to build an observatory, bringing the wonders of space to the people.
Today The Paul H. Robinson Observatory - which houses the largest telescope in New Jersey open to the public - is located in Voorhees State Park - stands as a monument to this effort. Our membership consists of people from all walks of life who share a love of astronomy. Does astronomy in New Jersey interest you or your family?Stop by the Paul Robinson Observatory on any public evening and see what one of our qualified observers can show you. Click here for hours of operation.![]()
How does an idea to make 10" telescopes result in a domed observatory on a mountain housing a telescope assembly over 4 tons and 15 feet
high? Who were the people that imagined this was possible? Where did the mount - several tons in weight - comes from? A high-precision 26"
mirror? A 19 foot dome? Find out how this enourmous vision came to be the Paul Robinson Observatory and Edwin E. Aldrin Astronomical Center.See a pictorial history of the making of an observatory! ![]()
On June 15, 2002, we dedicated our carefully constructed Solar System model. This gift from 3M, in cooperation with Project ASTRO NOVA and Voorhees High
School is designed to educate those who take the 1/4 mile stroll. There are a handful of scale models available for perusal in the U.S., but this new
addition to Voorhees State Park is a real standout. Here is its story and a point and click model.We invite you to point and click your way through the solar system!
The NJAA operates on leased premises administered by The State of New Jersey, Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Parks and Forestry
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May Sky Guide Planetary Positions in 2013 Updated 5/1/13
May AstroNotes Asbury Park Press article about east coast meteor strike NJAA member interview
Visit the Research Blog The research group has been doing some great planetary work - check it out!
Astro Photography Blog April Astronomy for Everyone course descriptions MEMBERS ONLY
registration begins 3/17 Publication Renewals MEMBERS ONLY
Heavens-Above Satellite Observing Participate in AstroNova NJAA Reservation Calendar MEMBERS ONLY
Voorhees State Park Clear Sky Clock Astronomy Picture of the Day
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