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Essential Information
Type | Events and festivals |
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Location |
Online
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Date and Times | Thursday 12 September 2024 | Ceremony begins at 7pm UK time |
Prices | Free |
The final shortlist for Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2024 has been revealed – but who will be crowned the winner?
Join us for a glittering night of astrophotography, discover the stories behind this year's images, and find out who will take home the grand prize.
Hosted by Royal Observatory astronomer Dr Ed Bloomer and special guests, this year's event will be broadcast online for anyone to join.
Watch the whole ceremony as it happens on YouTube and Facebook, or sign up to our space newsletter to learn more about the exhibition and winning images.
Who will be named Astronomy Photographer of the Year? Join us on Thursday 12 September from 7pm to find out.
More details released soon: keep an eye on this page to find out how to join the show online.
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About Astronomy Photographer of the Year
From amazing aurorae to glittering galaxies, discover the world’s greatest space photography at the Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition at the National Maritime Museum.
Now in its 16th year, Astronomy Photographer of the Year showcases the very best space photography from a global community of photographers.
The new exhibition will open to the public on 13 September at the National Maritime Museum, showcasing over 100 photographs on brilliant lightbox displays.
Each image has been selected by a panel of international experts and showcases some of the best space photography in the world.
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Main image: Observations at Night © Jakob Sahner