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Exploring “Lights Out”: The Smithsonian’s special exhibit on reclaiming the night

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When you first enter the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, most people’s attention is drawn to the elephant …

January 17, 2025

Gower National Landscape becomes the second International Dark Sky Community certified in Wales

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Swansea, Wales Gower National Landscape was designated as an International Dark Sky Community by DarkSky International. This is an …

January 9, 2025

DarkSky International launches new Oil and Gas Industry Lighting Program, recognizing three Franklin Mountain Energy sites in New Mexico

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DarkSky International has recognized three Franklin Mountain Energy locations in the Permian Basin area of Lea County, New Mexico …

January 8, 2025

Reflecting on 2024: A year of global milestones for DarkSky

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2024 was a dark sky year to remember! Not only did we reach significant milestones as an organization, but …

December 30, 2024

Cottonwood Canyon State Park becomes Oregon’s third International Dark Sky Park

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Wasco, OR Cottonwood Canyon State Park in Oregon has been officially certified as an International Dark Sky Park by …

December 20, 2024

Browns Canyon National Monument recognized as stargazing destination with new Dark Sky Park certification

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Nathrop, CO Browns Canyon National Monument in Colorado, U.S., has been certified as an International Dark Sky Park by …

December 16, 2024

Taking Action for International Dark Sky Week 2025

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The night sky has always inspired us, reminding us of the universe’s beauty, wonder, and vastness.

December 11, 2024

Antelope, Oregon certified as the first International Dark Sky Community in Oregon by DarkSky International

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Antelope, OR Antelope, Oregon was certified as an International Dark Sky Community by DarkSky International, making Antelope the first …

December 4, 2024

Thousand Hills State Park certified as an Urban Night Sky Place by DarkSky International

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Jefferson City, MO Thousand Hills State Park in Kirksville, Missouri, was certified as an Urban Night Sky Place by …

November 25, 2024

Reflecting on Under One Sky 2024: A global gathering to protect the night

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Under One Sky 2024 was our largest and most impactful global conference to date!

November 21, 2024

Bisbee, Arizona becomes an International Dark Sky Community

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Bisbee, Arizona The city of Bisbee has been certified as an International Dark Sky Community by Dark Sky International. …

November 19, 2024

Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve named Oregon’s second International Dark Sky Park

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Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve was certified as an International Dark Sky Park by DarkSky International. This achievement …

November 14, 2024