The Macarthur Astronomical Society, M.A.S for
short, has been providing amateur astronomers with a place to call home since
1996. At its very core, M.A.S seeks to foster a deeper appreciation and
understanding of the physical sciences by providing an open and interactive
environment for people from all walks of life.
The Macarthur region is a fantastic location for star gazing, just a
short drive out from Campbelltown or Camden will see you in an open field away
from the cities light pollution. Chris detailed the history of astronomy in
Macarthur, detailing how the current observing field used by M.A.S, Stargard,
is named after Christian Carl Ludwig Rumker's mid 1800's observatory. Rumker
was granted property west of the Nepean River in honour of his discovery of
Encke's comet in 1822 and was the first to hold the title of government
astronomer.
A lot has changed since 1822, astronomy has become accessible to anyone with an interest in outer space and the members of M.A.S have been fighting since 1996 to put astronomy into the heart of our community. Running active visual and photographic groups for the public, M.A.S provide guidance from experienced members who live to teach others.
A lot has changed since 1822, astronomy has become accessible to anyone with an interest in outer space and the members of M.A.S have been fighting since 1996 to put astronomy into the heart of our community. Running active visual and photographic groups for the public, M.A.S provide guidance from experienced members who live to teach others.
