History

DarkSky International launches the DarkSky Action Fund to combat light pollution

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DarkSky Action Fund, an innovative new lifeline of support for projects combatting light pollution.

August 8, 2024

It’s time for Africa: IAU General Assembly 2024 in Cape Town highlights the continent’s astronomical and dark sky importance

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Held every three years in different locations, this conference marks a historic moment as it convenes in Africa for …

August 6, 2024

Remembering Dave Crawford, founder of DarkSky International

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The world recently lost a visionary in David L. Crawford, founder of DarkSky International (formerly the International Dark-Sky Association).

July 31, 2024

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Since 1988, we’ve been advocating for more responsible outdoor lighting, raising awareness about light pollution, and protecting the night …

September 4, 2023

IDA: The early years

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Sixty years ago, I remember beautiful star-filled night skies over Phoenix, Arizona, and crystal blue skies in the day. …

November 10, 2013

The birth of DarkSky (IDA) and a lifelong mission fighting light pollution

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Unfortunately, most people today have not experienced the dark skies that were found everywhere in the United States only …

November 10, 2013