The Orion Nebula is one of the best “must-see” attractions in the Butler night sky, and it’s even more impressive once you get to know more about this gargantuan star factory. There’s enough material ...

There's a variety of astronomical events in 2025 well worth planning a trip around this year—whether that means driving to ...

A stunning Valentine's view of a nebula contains hidden depths of starbirth and the violent deaths of massive stars.

The four planet-strong "planet parade" currently visible to the naked eye in the night sky for a short time after sunset will ...

Possibly one of the best-known constellations in the northern sky, Ursa Major—or the Great Bear—contains an asterism of seven ...

As someone who lives near the city, light pollution limits what I see when I look up at night. However, that doesn't mean I ...

February stargazing is fantastic for many reasons, but this year there’s a one-two-three punch of bright planets adding to ...

Daniel Zantzinger (Skywatcher’s Guide) The most conspicuous constellation in the evening sky is Orion ... of transcendental. Binoculars work well for the sword and Nebula, but aren’t ...

You’ll find several bright planets, stars and obvious constellations in the February evening sky. The most obvious constellation this month is Orion. To find Orion, face south and look for Orion’s ...