Astronomy Resources
Star Charts and Activity Templates
Download the following tools, designed to help you better explore the stars.
Monthly Starcharts
These charts will help you find stars and constellations in the night sky – a great tool for naked eye observing.
January February March April May June July August September October November December
Download full year (2.7Mb PDF)
Star Finders
Use one of the templates below to construct a simple planisphere. This tool can help you to identify stars and constellations. Its inner disk can be rotated to display the visible stars for any time and date.
- For latitudes between 25°N and 40°N
- For latitudes between 40°N and 50°N
- For latitudes between 50°N and 70°N
Sundials
Diptych Sundial
The Diptych Sundial is more complex and sophisticated in its form. Diptych sundials were portable, and as such they were often seen as stylish accessories (much like a fancy watch would be today). This activity is best suited for older children, teens, and adults.
Our Astronomy Virtual Program helps educators to bring a part of the Museum to their students! This program is bursting with engaging activities — from hands-on demonstrations, to creative worksheets and project ideas.
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