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Hawthorn Woods, Illinois, Becomes World’s Newest International Dark Sky Community

Press release

IDA is pleased to announce the Village of Hawthorn Woods as the latest addition to its International Dark Sky …

August 20, 2020

Megan Eaves: Writing under, about, and for the stars

News

Megan Eaves, a travel writer and DarkSky advocate, shares her passion for dark skies and astrotourism, emphasizing the transformative …

August 18, 2020

Sunriver designated first International Dark Sky Place in Oregon

News

The International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) has recognized the community of Sunriver, Oregon, as a Dark Sky Friendly Development of …

August 3, 2020

Perseid Meteor Shower: How to Enjoy It and Why It Matters

Astronomy

The following content was developed in collaboration between the International Dark-Sky Association and Astronomers Without Borders. It’s that time …

July 30, 2020

Osama Fathi: Engineer by day, astronomer by night

News

Osama Fathi, a chemical engineer and amateur astronomer from Cairo, Egypt, works with DarkSky International to raise awareness about …

July 27, 2020

Call to Present at IDA 2020 Virtual AGM & Conference | The Movement to Protect the Night

Get involved

Since 1988, IDA’s work to protect the night from light pollution has grown into a movement, led by a …

July 17, 2020

Protect and Restore the Night

Get involved

Please make a gift to the Protect the Night Campaign today. Your donation will help bring simple solutions to …

July 9, 2020

Comet NEOWISE: Catch It While You Can

Astronomy

If you are in the northern hemisphere, you have a once-in-6,800-year opportunity to observe Comet NEOWISE – with nothing …

July 8, 2020

Ridgway, Colorado Tapped with International Dark Sky Community Designation from International Dark-Sky Association

News

PRESS RELEASE Ridgway, CO – The International Dark-Sky Association has named Ridgway as the newest addition to the International …

July 8, 2020

First International Dark Sky Park In New Zealand Accredited

News

Wai-iti Recreational Reserve and Tunnicliff Forest has been named the first International Dark Sky Park in New Zealand. The …

July 6, 2020

Linda Kahananui opens the door to awareness

News

Linda Kahananui, DarkSky Colorado Chapter Board Member, advocates for dark sky conservation, shares indigenous stories, promotes inclusivity, and encourages …

June 30, 2020

Winning Submissions for Capture the Dark Photography Contest

Inspiration

Nighttime photography plays an important role in the dark sky movement. A photograph of a naturally starry sky connects …

June 26, 2020