Corporate Body

Astronomical Society of Victoria (1922 - )

From
1922
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Functions
Association, Astronomy or Space Science and Society or Membership Organisation
Alternative Names
  • ASV (Abbreviation)
Website
https://asv.org.au

Summary

The Astronomical Society of Victoria, which began in 1922, is one of the oldest and largest such societies in the southern hemisphere. Its objects include: to educate the public in the science of astronomy; to disseminate astronomical knowledge; to provide facilities and activities for persons interested in astronomy; and to associate with other organisations connected with astronomy. Membership is open to any interested person. Sections of the Society include astrophotography, radioastronomy, deep sky and history. A major project in which the Society is involved is the restoration of the Great Melbourne Telescope. Publications issued by the Society include: Journal of the Astronomical Society of Victoria (0044-9814), first published 1948 ; Astronomical yearbook (0067-0006) first published 1964; and Crux: newsletter of the Astronomical Society of Victoria (1329-475X) first published 1983 as ASV newsletter.

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  • Orchiston, Wayne, 'Amateur-Professional Collaboration in Australian Science: the Earliest Astronomical Groups and Societies', Historical Records of Australian Science, 12 (2) (1998), 163-182. https://doi.org/10.1071/HR9981220163. Details

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