If you love comets, observatories, constellations, planets, galaxies, famous astronomers, or anything else in the realm above the clouds, you can explore the universe on stamps, postmarks, covers, meters, and more. The Astronomy Study Unit is the perfect companion for those cloudy nights. To collect and study philatelic material portraing the various aspects of astronomy, astrology, and related subjects, and to communicate this knowledge to unit members and other interested persons. To join the Astronomy Study Unit, ATA membership is not required, but it is encouraged.
Back issues are available to members.
A 76-page reference book includes checklists, biographies and special cancels. Auctions of astrophilatelic material are conducted periodically. Free ads in the bulletin for members seeking to buy, sell, trade. Directory of members and addresses to aid correspondence.