Astronomical League Membership

Members automatically become a member of the Astronomical League and receive the quarterly AL publication, The Reflector.

Monthly Meetings

Members can attend two monthly meetings, held back-to back. The first is planned especially for novice level members, and the second meeting is of interest to amateur astronomers of all levels.

Monthly Newsletters

Available online, our GuideStar and Captain Comet newsletters are published monthly. Read about current events, club activities, and more

Annual Events

Members are invited to a variety of events, including picnics at the Columbus Observatory, an Annual Banquet with featured speaker, observing field trips, and more.

Columbus Dark Site

Complete a one-hour orientation and gain access to our excellent dark site located near Columbus, Texas.

Leadership opportunities

With your vote, you can help lead this club into the future.

Club Observatory

Complete a half-day training program, and be eligible to use the club’s roll-off roof observatory building and 12.5" and 14" telescopes.

Member-Only Site Features

Active members have access to private HAS website features. Members can post and manage photo galleries, trade gear, and manage their membership online.

Loaner Telescope Program

After two months of membership, you will be eligible to borrow one of our club telescopes.

Discounts

Club members are eligible to receive discounts on subscriptions to Sky & Telescope and Astronomy magazine.

$36

$6

$12

$50

*must have a regular
member in the
same household

**must be a
full-time student

***includes a $14
charitable contribution to
Houston Astronomical Society

Monthly dues for new members are prorated based on the number of months remaining in the year.
For example, a new regular member joining in August will pay for only 5 months of membership, or $15.00.