The Austin Astronomical Society (AAS) is for people who are interested in any aspect of astronomy or the space sciences. We exist to provide a forum for like-minded individuals to share their love of the sky and their desire to explore it, both with other club members and with the public.
We are located in Austin, Texas, USA. We have sought and received IRS approval as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Donations to the Society are tax-deductible.
Profile of the Membership
The 500-plus members of the Austin Astronomical Society (AAS) come from diverse backgrounds, with a wide range of special interests and levels of expertise. Some of our members earn their living as professionals in astronomy-related fields. Others are rank novices. All of our members are friendly, enthusiastic, and eager to share the wonders of the sky with others — with you!
Dues and Benefits of Membership
Membership in the Austin Astronomical Society (AAS) is open to all. Individuals become eligible for Senior AAS Membership at age 65. Young people are eligible for Junior AAS Membership until age 18. Student applies to anyone who is 18 or older and a student.
Dues for the different membership levels are as follows:
Household Bundle (up to 6 members) $60.00 (USD)
Renewal: Every one year, starting from join date
No recurring payments.
For members of a household living at the same address.
Household With Senior (up to 6 members) $30.00 (USD)
Renewal: Every one year, starting from join date
No recurring payments.
For members of a household living at the same address and at least one member is over 65 years of age.
Junior $20.00 (USD) Renewal:
Every one year, starting from join date.
No recurring payments.
For members up to age 18.
Students $20.00 (USD) Renewal:
Every one year, starting from join date.
No recurring payments.
For members aged 18 and older.
Regular $40.00 (USD) Renewal:
Every one year, starting from join date.
No recurring payments.
For individual members.
Seniors $20.00 (USD) Renewal:
Every one year, starting from join date.
No recurring payments.
For members 65 years of age or older.
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Member dues provide the funds needed for ongoing maintenance and upgrades of Society equipment and facilities, including our dark-sky site. Dues also provide the funds needed to operate our website, conduct public and AAS member activities and events, and other similar expenses approved by the membership.
Benefits of Membership
- AAS Everywhere. Society members have access to AAS online, which contains the latest information about Society activities and articles written by members. That includes the AAS online properties:
- AAS website
- YouTube channel
- Facebook.
- Mentoring and Sessions. AAS members new to astronomy may attend mentoring sessions to learn about astronomy, observing, telescopes, binoculars and other equipment.
- Use of Facilities and Equipment. AAS members may be certified to operate club telescopes, and are entitled to use other AAS telescopes and equipment.
- Optional Discounted Magazine Subscriptions. Society members are entitled (but not required) to subscribe to Sky & Telescope , Astronomy Magazine, and/or Astronomy Technology Todaymagazines at reduced rates. For more information, see this page
- Membership in the Astronomical League. The AAS is a member society of the Astronomical League. As such, AAS members also receive the benefits of AL membership:
- Receipt of the Astronomical League quarterly magazine, Reflector;
- Discounts on books and products ordered through the Astronomical League; and
- Eligibility to participate in the many Astronomical League Observing Clubs. The observing clubs offer encouragement, certificates of accomplishment and award pins for demonstrating observing skills with a variety of instruments and objects.
You will receive more detailed information on how to access or redeem your membership benefits once you have completed the new member process.
How to Join the Austin Astronomical Society
To join the Austin Astronomical Society, please click this link and follow the instructions on that page: 
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If you are already an AAS member and just want to renew your membership:
- Make sure you are already logged in to this website with your AAS account
- Click this link:
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If you have any questions, contact treasurer@austinastro.org