Get Started
We have assembled a variety of resources to get you started with the library telescope. Additionally, we encourage you to visit our Frequently Asked Questions.
Library Telescope 101
Get started with the library telescope with an introduction to astronomy, how to use the telescope and links to a variety of free and paid tools to navigate the night sky.
-
Video: Transporting the telescope
Video on how to transport the telescope by the founders of the library telescope program, the New Hampshire Astronomical Society.
(437 Hits) -
Video: Introduction to astronomy
A seven minute YouTube Video produced by Cornerstones of Science that provides an introduction to astronomy.
(522 Hits) -
Video: How to use the telescope
A 14 minute YouTube video produced by Cornerstones of Science that covers the basics of operating the library telescope.
(590 Hits) -
Tools to navigate the night sky
A variety of free and paid tools to help you navigate the night sky.
(521 Hits)
Library Telescope 102
Dive a little deeper into using the library telescope.
-
Observing session (NHAS)
An introduction to observing the night sky by the founders of the library telescope program, the New Hampshire Astronomical Society.
(419 Hits) -
Finder alignment (NHAS)
A video on how to align the red dot finder by the founders of the library telescope program, the New Hampshire Astronomical Society.
(420 Hits) -
Telescope care and maintenance (NHAS)
A video on how to care and maintenance the library telescope by the founders of the library telescope program, the New Hampshire Astronomical Society.
(399 Hits)
Extras
Here are a few extras for you to enjoy.
-
STAR Program Workshop Part 1: Introduction to Astronomy (YouTube Video)
"Introduction to Astronomy" video produced by Cornerstones of Science.
(790 Hits) -
STAR Program Workshop Part 2: Telescope Training (YouTube Video)
"STAR Program Workshop Part 2: Telescope Training" video produced by Cornerstones of Sciencee.
(786 Hits) -
STAR Program Workshop Part 3: Library Responsibilities (YouTube Video)
"STAR Program Workshop Part 3: Library Responsibilities" video produced by Cornerstones of Science.
(828 Hits) -
The telescope (NHAS)
An introduction to the library telescope by the founders of the library telescope program, the New Hampshire Astronomical Society.
(419 Hits)
