stargaze

Join us at our next Star Party and experience the night sky! All ages welcome — Bring Your Own Telescope!

Observe and connect with fellow enthusiasts

Brownsville: space city 2030

Brownsville is well on its way to becoming the next Space City — join the conversation and be a part of history!

Become a member

become an astronomer

Learn about the wonders of the Cosmos from local space science experts!

Workshops & Lectures

STARS on Tap & More

Follow STARS on social media to keep up with the latest Space Science News & Events!

Who We Are

The South Texas Astronomical Society (or STARS) is a Brownsville community-based nonprofit organization focusing on space science research, education, and outreach.

Our Mission

To elevate space science initiatives and connect educators and experts directly to the people who need them most — local students, amateur astronomers, and community members with a shared interest in space.

Our People

STARS is a product of the community — comprised of local businesses, organizations, and space enthusiasts that help us achieve our goal of fostering a community through astronomy and space.

Our Work

We organize and promote astronomy and space science-related community events to educate and engage the public in everything Brownsville has to offer as a Space City.

Become a Member!

Want to join the STARSociety? Sign up for our newsletter to follow us on social media for the latest events and volunteering opportunities.

Projects & Initiatives

Space Science
Institute & Planetarium

STARS is working with community partners to provide Brownsville with a space science institute to showcase local research, experiments, and developments in space science — along with a state-of-the-art planetarium!

For now, check out our online virtual exhibits.

Solar
System
Walk

STARS is helping to restore a Solar System Walk (or planet walk) located on the Texas Southmost College (TSC) campus.

This to-scale model will be accompanied by a virtual online library of planetary information, including facts and resources directly from NASA!

Brownsville
Dark Sky
Movement

Preserving the night sky in local parks such as Resaca De La Palma State Park (home to the Cristina Torres Memorial Observatory) is a crucial part of maintaining some of our country’s most beautiful and distinctive places right here in South Texas.

Southmost
Observatory Restoration

In collaboration with our partners at the Brownsville Public Library System, STARS is helping to restore and upgrade the Southmost Public Library Observatory for future star parties and joint observations for scientific research with UTRGV’s Cristina Torres Memorial Observatory!