Search Results for International Dark Sky Community

Lighting zones

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“Lighting zones“ (LZ) reflect the base (or ambient) light levels desired by a community. The use of lighting zones …

July 23, 2023

Glossary

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A glossary of terms used throughout this site to describe lighting and its effects.

May 7, 2025

Useful links

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Some of the tools and sites we use from our partners, friends, and colleagues.

July 29, 2025

Materials for public outreach

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Download and distribute these free brochures, cards, infographics, videos, and more.

May 19, 2026

Measuring light pollution

Get involved

Solving light pollution requires measuring the brightness of the night sky. Learn how — become a community scientist!

July 21, 2023

Find your local chapter

Who we are

There are DarkSky Chapters all over the world, with volunteers who can help you with regional lighting issues.

June 3, 2026

IDA Receives National Environmental Award

Press release

The International Dark Sky Places Program is Recognized for its Innovative Efforts TUCSON, Ariz. (30 April 2015) –The International …

April 30, 2015

Education and outreach

What we do

DarkSky has been spreading the word about light pollution since 1988. Education and outreach is woven into almost every …

July 25, 2023

Westcliffe and Silver Cliff, Colorado

Communities

U.S.A.

Westcliffe and Silver Cliff are the only two incorporated settlements in the Wet Mountain Valley of southern-central Colorado. The …

April 15, 2015

Beverly Shores, Indiana

Communities

U.S.A.

Beverly Shores is situated on the shoreline of Lake Michigan east of the greater Chicago area. Indiana Dunes National …

January 28, 2015

Flagstaff, Arizona

Communities

U.S.A.

Flagstaff is the world’s first International Dark Sky Place, receiving its designation in 2001. The city, home to Lowell …

January 28, 2015

IDA Welcomes Seasoned Nonprofit Leader J. Scott Feierabend as New Executive Director

Press release

Tucson, AZ 13 January 2015 – The International Dark Sky Association, a leader in night sky preservation, is excited …

January 13, 2015