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The Man Who Discovered Uranus
March 13 marks the anniversary of the discovery of Uranus. Learn about the man responsible for expanding our understanding of our Solar System.
King Cepheus, the Promise Breaker
Learn about the facts and folklore surrounding the constellation Cepheus.
Andromeda: The Chained Princess
Meet Andromeda, an unlucky princess punished for her mother’s vanity. Learn more!
Sky Dogs: Canis Major and Minor
Even the ancient Greeks loved dogs. Learn about the two canines in the night sky.
The Amazing Andromeda Galaxy
Learn about one of the farthest, and most fascinating, naked eye objects in the night sky.
Perseus: The Monster Slayer
Late autumn is the best time to view the constellation Perseus. Learn more!
Vain Cassiopeia, Queen of the Sky
Meet Cassiopeia, the arrogant queen sentenced to spend half of each year upside down in the sky for her vanity. Learn more!
Obscure Orcus
Not yet recognized as a dwarf planet, TNO Orcus meets all of the requirements. Learn more about this ominously-named distant object.
Pegasus: The Legendary Winged Horse
Of all the constellations recognized in the night sky, Pegasus is, perhaps, the one that most captures the imagination, from ancient times all the way to the present day. Learn more!
