Join Fort Wayne Astronomical Society

  • Annual memberships are $40 for individuals and their family or $25 for students.

  • No advanced knowledge or equipment is necessary to become a member. If you have any kind of interest in astronomy, you’ve found the right group.

  • Your membership with FWAS will also make you a member of the Astronomical League.

  • New members: Be sure to join our members-only online forum and say hello!


HOW to APPLY or renew your MEMBERSHIP

Online:
Submit your payment online using the information below. After submission, you will be prompted to fill out a membership form.

Snail mail:
Download and fill out our Membership Application/Renewal Form, then print and mail it to us with your personal check per the instructions on the form.


Apply/Renew Online

After submitting your payment, you will be shown the online version of the Membership Application/Renewal form. Be sure to fill out all your information before hitting submit.

STUDENT - $25

Membership Type

INDIVIDUAL/FAMILY - $40

Membership Type

Membership Benefits:

  • Astronomical League membership is included with your FWAS membership. League membership includes a subscription to Reflector quarterly magazine and makes you eligible to earn an award upon completion of any of the League’s observing programs.

  • Receive our monthly newsletter "The Eyepiece” via email

  • Borrow Astronomy books and media from the observatory library

  • Enjoy members only deep sky observing nights at the Star*Quest Observatory

  • Permission to use the observatory grounds for solo observing

  • Members that would like to volunteer during events can receive telescope training and become key holders to Star*Quest Observatory

  • Access to our members only online forum

  • Your membership will connect you with fellow space enthusiasts and support Astronomy education in our community