American Museum of Natural History: Welcome to Mars
The excitement about Mars is captured in this Web site, which includes information on the history of Mars, Martian features, Life on
Mars, the Future of Mars, and more. Don't miss the Interview with a Martian Rock.
Astronomical Picture Gallery (Ohio State University)
The Astronomical Picture Gallery consists of images of nebulae, galaxies, and comets. The images were taken by Ohio State University
astronomers and their colleagues at various observatories around the world.
Astronomy and Astrophysics Education Resources
This Web page is part of the WWW Virtual Library, and contains links to Educational Resources in Astronomy.
Astronomy Picture of the Day (NASA Goddard)
You'll want to bookmark this Web site, which features a daily photo from space along with an explanation written by an astronomer.
Teachers are using this site as an educational resource, and the content can be tailored to meet the needs of students at any
level of study. This is one of our favorite Astronomy Web sites.
Goddard Space Flight Center (NASA Goddard)
Robert H. Goddard, American Rocket Pioneer, said: "It is difficult to say what is impossible, for the dream of yesterday is the hope
of today and the reality of tomorrow." The Web site of the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center contains information about current NASA
events, the status of space science missions and new findings about Earth studies.
Nine Planets: A Multimedia Tour of the Solar System (Bill Arnett)
The Nine Planets is an overview of the history, mythology, and current scientific knowledge of each of the planets and moons in our
solar system. This is a comprehensive and insightful Web site.
SEDS (Students for the Exploration and Development of Space)
SEDS is an independent, student-based organization, which promotes the exploration and development of space. Hosted by the University
of Arizona Chapter, the Web site features an extensive amount of information and images on the universe, ranging from the solar
system to the galaxies and beyond, and also covers aerospace, astronautics, and visions of space exploration for the future.
SEDS: The Best of the Hubble Space Telescope
Spectacular images from the Hubble Space Telescope.
SETI Institute (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence)
The SETI Institute conducts scientific research in the general field of Life in the Universe with an emphasis on the Search for
Extraterrestrial Intelligence. SETI seeks an answer to the question, Are we alone in the Universe?
SKY Online (Sky & Telescope Magazine)
Sky & Telescope appeals to the full spectrum of astronomy enthusiasts, from the novice ready to purchase a first telescope, to the
enthusiastic amateur looking to enhance observing skills and equipment, to the professional desiring to keep up with this dynamically
changing field. There are Current News and Events, Sky at a Glance, advice for stargazers and more.
Sky Watcher's Diary (Abrams Planetarium)
A daily diary of celestial events by the Abrams Planetarium and the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Michigan State University.
StarDate Online -- Nightly sky information
StarDate radio is one of the longest-running science features in the country. Explore the radio
archive, with topics ranging from meteor showers and constellations to lunar phases and
eclipses. There is also a Sky Almanac, stargazing tips, and a bimonthly astronomy magazine
(with excerpts online).
Spacelink (NASA Headquarters)--For educators, parents, kids
NASA Spacelink is one of NASA's electronic resources specifically developed for use by the educational community. Spacelink is a
comprehensive electronic library that contains current information related to NASA's aeronautics and space research.
Space Telescope Science Institute (NASA-AURA) Images from the Hubble Space Telescope
The Space Telescope Science Institute Web site covers all aspects of the universe, as observed and studied with the Hubble Space
Telescope. Some of the resources are a gallery of images, educational activities, and articles on scientific research and
observations. The Web site also includes a search engine.
Views of the Solar System (Calvin J. Hamilton)
"Views of the Solar System" presents the splendor of the Sun, planets, moons, comets, and asteroids. Find out about the latest
scientific information, or study the history of space exploration, rocketry, early astronauts, space missions, and spacecraft through a
vast archive of photographs, scientific facts, text, graphics and videos.
Welcome to the PlanetsTM (NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory)
A collection of many of the best images from NASA's planetary exploration program.
Yohkoh X-Ray Satellite--orbiting the Earth to study the Sun. Current pictures from both Yohkoh and SOHO satellites
The Yohkoh Public Outreach Project depicts the Sun, as seen by an X-ray telescope on board the Yohkoh satellite. Learn anything you
ever wanted to know about the Sun. Check out the up-to-date photos of the sun, and the Hands-On Solar Learning Activities especially
for the classroom. And be sure to take the Solar Tour.
