About the Minnesota Astronomical Society
Media Guide
Name of the organization:
Minnesota Astronomical Society.
[Please use
'MAS' for abbreviated references, and refer to the group as 'the
Society' when referencing other than by name.]
Purpose:
This society is organized exclusively for charitable, educational, and
scientific purposes. It seeks to create camaraderie among all
classes of people through mutual interest in astronomy. It
establishes and maintains observational and informational facilities for
the benefit of the membership and the community, and seeks to promote
membership and community knowledge about and involvement in astronomy
through lectures, celestial observing sessions, classes and other
appropriate means.
Membership:
As of December 2003 membership is approximately 450.
Tax Status:
The MAS is a 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt corporation.
Address:
The mailing address for the Society is:
Minnesota Astronomical Society
P.O. Box 14931
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Events:
Most MAS events, including star parties, are open to
the public. Please visit the 'Events' section of our site at www.mnastro.org/events
for a listing of upcoming events.
Summary Descriptions:
Please use one of the following texts when
desiring a summarized description of the MAS:
Option 1:
'The Minnesota Astronomical Society is one of the nation's
largest and most active organizations dedicated to amateur
astronomy. Membership is open to anyone. Information is
available via the web at http://www.mnastro.org.
E-mail inquiries may be directed to info@mnastro.org.
Voice messages can be left at (952) 467-2426. Written requests for
more information may be directed to : Minnesota Astronomical Society P.O.
Box 14931 Minneapolis, MN 55414.'
Option 2:
'Since 1973, the Minnesota Astronomical Society has
supported the region's amateur astronomers by maintaining observing
facilities, providing opportunities to learn about astronomy, supporting
professional astronomy through research and outreach to the general
public. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in
astronomy. Information regarding the Society is available on the web
at http://www.mnastro.org.
Voice messages may be left at (952) 467-2426.'
Option 3:
'The Minnesota Astronomical Society is a tax-exempt 501
(c) (3) organization based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St.
Paul. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in
astronomy. Information is available on the web at http://www.mnastro.org,
or via a voice message request directed to (952) 467-2426.'
Media Relations Contact:
For more information regarding the society or to
arrange for expert commentary on astronomical topics, please
contact:
Michael Kibat
4717 Nord Circle
Bloomington, MN 55437
(952) 884-0039
kibatme@visi.com
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