The Dundee Astronomical Society was formed in 1956 and is affiliated to both the British Astronomical Association BAA (to whom we send observations) and to the Scottish Astronomers Group SAG. In addition the Society has a number of honorary members throughout the country.

The Society possesses a number of telescopes which members may arrange to borrow .The Society also has a library available for members at the Mills Observatory. By coming along to meetings people have the opportunity to meet others interested in astronomy as well as enjoy the varied lecture syllabus. The list of speakers includes professional and amateur astronomers.

Weather permitting some members occasionally meet for informal observing at a dark site outside Dundee. Any member is welcome to join in these activities.

At last we were able to hold an opening ceremony and as can be seen in this photograph Janet MacKenzie prepares to cut the ceremonial tape. We were very fortunate on 19th June as the weather was excellent and with the help of staff from SCRI we were able provide light refreshments after the opening. As the weather was fine we were also able to use the portable solar telescope to allow those attending to safely view the sun.

The event was well attended with friends and family of Mrs Mackenzie, DAS members and SCRI staff, friends and family.

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