Warren Astronomical Society

Warren Astronomical Society

Celebrating Fifty Years 1961-2011

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Membership and Annual Dues

Looking to join a club in the Metro Detroit area? The Warren Astronomical Society offers a wealth of knowledge and experience, an extensive library and telescope collection, an observatory complex and observing site, and exclusive access to some of the best star parties in Michigan.

But it's the members who really make the WAS what it is: they are always helpful, interested, and excited about everything astronomical. Whatever your interests or experience level, if you are interested in astronomy, spaceflight, astrophysics, and cosmology, there is something in the WAS for you!

Among the many benefits of membership are...

  • Discount magazine subscriptions
  • Free loaner telescopes (with deposit)
  • Free copy of each WASP newsletter
  • Free use of Stargate Observatory
  • Special interest subgroups
  • Free use of the WAS Library (see the Librarian)

Membership Types

As of January 4, 2010, our membership year runs from January 1 to December 31 each year.
If joining for the first time after July 1, you will be enrolled until December 31 of the following year.
If you have any questions, please contact the treasurer.

Membership Definition Dues (US Funds)
Student One person attending classes (undergraduate college or university, high school, or below) full-time for credit $17.00
Senior Citizen One person 60 years of age or older $22.00
Individual One person not fitting a category above $30.00
Family More than one person living at the same address Add $7.00 to senior citizen or individual membership.

If you'd like to join the WAS, fill out the application form and send it to our current Treasurer:

Dale Partin
Warren Astronomical Society
P.O. Box 1505
Warren, Michigan 48090-1505
© 2013 Warren Astronomical Society, Inc., P.O. Box 1505, Warren, Michigan 48090-1505. Header photo of NGC6960 by Bob Berta.