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Old Snowmass becomes newest International Dark Sky Community in Colorado

Press release

DarkSky International is proud to announce that Old Snowmass, Colorado has officially been certified as an International Dark Sky …

February 16, 2026

Old Snowmass, Colorado

Communities

U.S.A.

Situated at an elevation of approximately 7,500 feet, Old Snowmass is a rural mountain enclave defined by its prehistoric …

February 16, 2026

Thorington Street, Suffolk becomes first International Dark Sky Community in England

Press release

Thorington Street, a hamlet in southeast Suffolk, has today been designated an International DarkSky Community by DarkSky International.

February 13, 2026

Thorington Street, Suffolk

Communities

U.K.

The ancient hamlet of Thorington Street, Suffolk, is a small community with a big idea.

February 13, 2026

Two satellite proposals threaten the night sky — sign DarkSky’s open letters

News

In the United States, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the agency responsible for authorizing satellite launches and operations…

February 11, 2026

From local concern to national awareness: How Chile’s recent dark sky win offers a model for future efforts

News

Dark skies over northern Chile’s Atacama Desert, one of the darkest places on Earth, recently secured a major win.

February 5, 2026

Darkness and liberation: How the night provided refuge for Maroon communities

News

For many, night and darkness are associated with fear, or at least with insecurity. We worry about what might …

February 2, 2026

How to request a proclamation or letter of support for International Dark Sky Week

Inspiration

During International Dark Sky Week, requesting a proclamation or letter of support is a meaningful and accessible way to …

January 22, 2026

Natur- und Sternenpark Nossentiner/Schwinzer Heide

Parks

Germany

The Natur- und Sternenpark Nossentiner/Schwinzer Heide is located in central Mecklenburg–Western Pomerania, a federal state in northern Germany.

January 20, 2026

Observatory Park at Turner Farm receives Urban Night Sky Place designation

Press release

Observatory Park at Turner Farm in Great Falls, Virginia, has been designated as an Urban Night Sky Place (UNSP) …

January 15, 2026

Observatory Park at Turner Farm

Urban Places

U.S.A.

Observatory Park at Turner Farm is a unique site in Great Falls, Virginia, offering a naturally dark night sky …

January 15, 2026

DarkSky International debuts “DarkSky One” concept car at Detroit Auto Show, designed for darkness

Press release

DarkSky International, a global nonprofit dedicated to protecting the nighttime environment, today unveiled DarkSky One, a first-of-its-kind concept car …

January 14, 2026