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Luke Huxley Astronomer & Educator

Luke Huxley is the founder of AstroTours.org and a passionate advocate for making astronomy accessible and exciting. A graduate in astrophysics from the University of Colorado, Luke combines his scientific background with storytelling to craft unforgettable stargazing experiences. He’s traveled the globe for astronomy, including a stint working with "Space Gandalf" in Australia which inspired him to start AstroTours.org. Luke hosts astronomy programs weekly just outside of boulder where he takes guests on a guided astronomy tour across the universe.

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Stargazing Calendar: A December to Remember in Colorado

As the year winds down and holiday festivities ramp up, the night sky is preparing its own dazzling displays. December 2024 promises brilliant planetary sightings, meteor showers, and special opportun…

As the year winds do…

As the year winds down and holiday festivities ramp up, the night sky is preparing its own dazzling displays. December 2024 promises brilliant planetary sightings, meteor showers, and special opportunities to catch the Moon playing “hide and seek” with neighboring celestial bodies. Whether you’re watching from your backyard, gathering virtually with family, or venturing to a star party, you’ll find plenty of reasons to look up. This guide will help you and your loved ones connect under the same cosmic canopy—no matter where you are in the world. (Want to know more about my per…

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An Astronomers Journey: My Path to the Stars
An Astronomers Journey: My Path to the Stars

Hey there, I'm Luke! I'm so glad you're here on About Boulder reading about my journey. As someone with a degree in astrophysics from CU and over 13 years of experience in educational astronomy, I've …

Hey there, I'm Luke!…

Hey there, I'm Luke! I'm so glad you're here on About Boulder reading about my journey. As someone with a degree in astrophysics from CU and over 13 years of experience in educational astronomy, I've been running AstroTours.org for over seven years now, sharing the wonders of the night sky with people like you. I was born in Denver, Colorado, and the Rocky Mountains' skies have amazed me my entire life. One of my father's favorite stories from my infancy is when he took me outside on a full moon night. I pointed up at the moon and said, "Ball." He chuckled and said, "Very good, Luke! That…

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