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Aenos National Park named first International Dark Sky Park in Greece

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AENOS ARGOSTOLI, Kefalonia, Greece – Aenos National Park achieves official designation by DarkSky International as the first certified International …

June 9, 2023

DarkSky Approved program has a new logo

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The Fixture Seal of Approved program is now DarkSky Approved! With the name change comes a new and improved …

June 1, 2023

We have a new name and logo

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We are DarkSky. After 30+ years the International Dark-Sky Association gets an easier-to-say name.

June 1, 2023

Call for 2023 Award Nominations

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Do you know a dark sky advocate who deserves recognition for protecting the night from light pollution? Whether they …

May 3, 2023

Remembering Robert Edward (Bob) Mizon MBE FRAS, 1946–2023

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Bob Mizon was a mammoth influence on the U.K. and global dark sky movement.

April 26, 2023

Q&A with DarkSky Advocate Federico Pellegrino

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An environmental activist from Italy, Federico Pellegrino advocates for dark skies, educates about light pollution, and works to preserve …

April 25, 2023

The city of Bee Cave, Texas certified as International Dark Sky Community

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BEE CAVE, Texas, USA – The City of Bee Cave was certified as an International Dark Sky Community by …

April 18, 2023

Community of Xichong recognized as first International Dark Sky Community in China

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XICHONG, Shenzhen, China — Xichong, Shenzhen, is now an International Dark Sky Community certified by DarkSky International. Becoming the …

April 6, 2023

Xichong, Shenzen

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Xichong, Shenzhen, is China’s first International Dark Sky Community. It is located at the southeast end of Shenzhen and …

April 5, 2023

Nalayini Brito-Davies: Leading dark skies in New Zealand

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Nalayini Brito-Davies, a DarkSky Advocate and astronomer with a finance background, leads New Zealand’s journey to become a dark …

March 17, 2023

Nightscape #111 · March 2023

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We are delighted to bring you the digital version of the March 2023 Nightscape magazine, which includes: You can …

March 15, 2023

Monthly Star: You!

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DarkSky International highlights the work of advocates, delegates, and chapters from around the world, showcasing their efforts in protecting …

February 23, 2023