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Why Maui does not want the Haleakala telescope project
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 by Richard Harris
After weeks of growing public pushback, the Maui County Council in Hawaii has now unanimously opposed the military’s proposal to construct up to seven telescopes within a state conservation area on Haleakalā. Recently the council approved a resolution urging the U.S. Air Force to deny the p...
Under One Sky 2025 DarkSky event details
Monday, September 29, 2025 by Russ Scritchfield
Under One Sky 2025 is DarkSky International’s annual global conference focused on light pollution, night sky preservation, and the impact of artificial lighting on ecosystems and human health. The event will take place virtually over 24 continuous hours on November 7–8, providing access ...
2025 Bootleg Star Party
Saturday, July 26, 2025 by Richard Harris
Each year, under the sweeping canopy of the cosmos, astronomers, astrophotographers, and skywatchers gather to celebrate one of the Midwest’s most anticipated amateur astronomy gatherings, The Bootleg Star Party. Known for its pirate-themed bravado and serious devotion to stargazing, the 2025 ...
Grand Canyon Astronomer in residence: Call for proposals
Monday, July 14, 2025 by Richard Harris
The Grand Canyon Astronomy Residence Program offers a unique opportunity for astronomy professionals, educators, and night sky enthusiasts to live and work at Grand Canyon National Park. Located on the South Rim in Arizona, the program invites selected residents to engage the public through astronom...