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Thank you for your support!

Membership

As a valued supporter, you’re part of a growing global community working to protect dark skies worldwide. With many …

August 5, 2025

Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve named Oregon’s second International Dark Sky Park

Press release

Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve was certified as an International Dark Sky Park by DarkSky International. This achievement …

November 14, 2024

Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve

Parks

U.S.A.

Nestled in the heart of the Siskiyou Mountains, Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve is located in southern Oregon, …

November 14, 2024

Announcing the 2024 DarkSky award winners

Awards

Thank you to all the award winners and nominees for your continued hard work and dedication to the dark …

November 13, 2024

Van Gogh’s starry skies

Inspiration

Vincent van Gogh loved the night sky. “For my part I know nothing with any certainty, but the sight …

November 12, 2024

DarkSky Recognized Codes program

News

Version 1.1, updated January 2026 The DarkSky Recognized Municipal Code program is established by DarkSky International (DarkSky) to recognize …

February 25, 2026

DarkSky Recognized Code application

News

Apply to become DarkSky Recognized. By earning official recognition, you add your county or municipality to the growing list …

February 25, 2026

DarkSky International’s Principles of Responsible Astrotourism

News

While tourism can bring many benefits, such as supporting and growing local economies, it can also inflict significant harm. …

October 8, 2024

DarkSky International releases guiding principles for responsible astrotourism

Press release

Ensuring dark sky experiences benefit communities, honor local knowledge and lifeways, and prioritize the protection of the nighttime environment.

October 8, 2024

AlUla Manara and AlGharameel Nature Reserves officially named as Saudi Arabia’s and GCC’s first-ever Dark Sky Park in boost to astronomy and astrotourism ambitions

News

AlUla has officially been named as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s and the GCC’s first-ever International Dark Sky Park …

October 3, 2024

Kaikōura Dark Sky Trust achieves International Dark Sky Sanctuary status for Ka Whata Tu o Rakihouia Conservation Park and surrounding Department of Conservation lands

News

DarkSky International officially designated Kaikōura, New Zealand as an International Dark Sky Sanctuary.

September 11, 2024

Kaikōura

Sanctuaries

New Zealand

The Kaikōura Dark Sky Sanctuary is situated in a remote region of the South Island, Aotearoa New Zealand. Offering …

September 11, 2024