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IDA Seeks Next Executive Director

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The International Dark-Sky Association is seeking its next Executive Director to lead the organization to new heights and to …

November 27, 2018

First International Dark Sky Park In U.S. State Of Illinois Designated

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IDA today announced the accreditation of Middle Fork River Forest Preserve in Champaign County, Illinois, U.S., as an International …

November 25, 2018

International Dark-Sky Association Announces 2018 Award Recipients

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Each year, the IDA recognizes and celebrates the incredible achievements of individuals and groups who are committed to our …

October 10, 2018

Croatia Set To Enact One Of The World’s Most Advanced National Light Pollution Laws

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by John Barentine Director of Public Policy A proposed country-wide law in Croatia would conform to IDA’s endorsed best …

October 4, 2018

World’s Newest International Dark Sky Reserve Is Largest In Europe

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Dark night skies remain accessible over southeastern France, thanks to efforts undertaken by a region of the country described …

August 13, 2018

The Story of Libra Ω

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The stars that make Libra used to be viewed as the front claws of the constellation Scorpius, but the …

June 30, 2018

Arizona’s Petrified Forest National Park Becomes World’s Newest International Dark Sky Park

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The National Park Service and IDA are pleased to announce that Petrified Forest National Park has been officially designated …

June 21, 2018

Study Links Artificial Light at Night and Cancer Risk

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A recent study published in Environmental Health Perspectives investigated the relationship between artificial light at night (ALAN) in Spain …

June 14, 2018

Wimberley Valley Cities Become Third International Dark Sky Community in Texas

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In recognition of noteworthy local efforts to reduce light pollution and promote the benefits of nighttime darkness, IDA today …

June 11, 2018

The Pull of Dark Sky Islands

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By Guest Writer Ada Blair I love visiting islands. I always feel a strong sense of crossing a threshold, …

June 7, 2018

New Book Inspires Kids to Explore Night Sky

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Beginning with a list of memories from her own childhood, Joan Marie Galat wrote a book from the perspective …

May 21, 2018

Parque Nacional Histórico de Tumacácori es Designado Como Sitio Internacional de Cielos Oscuros

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TUMACÁCORI, AZ – El Parque Nacional Histórico de Tumacácori (Tumacácori NHP) esta orgullosos de anunciar que ha sido acreditado …

May 8, 2018