Celebrate International Dark Sky Week, April 13–20. Join DarkSky Vermont for upcoming talks, screenings, and public programs.
Protecting dark skies is a Vermont tradition
It reflects a Vermont tradition of stewardship, restraint, practicality, and good taste: using light where it is needed and wasting less where it is not.
Why this matters
Dark skies are not just about astronomy. They matter for community character, energy savings, conservation, public safety, tourism, and quality of life. Better lighting means light where it is needed, when it is needed, in the right amount, and aimed in the right place.
Poorly designed lighting creates glare, wastes energy and money, affects wildlife, and gradually erodes one of the shared qualities that makes Vermont feel like Vermont.
At a time when many issues divide people, the night sky is one of the few things we all share. Protecting it is a practical, unifying way to reduce waste and preserve a defining part of Vermont’s landscape and character.
What we do
DarkSky Vermont provides public education, practical lighting guidance, and support for communities, organizations, and local leaders working to reduce wasteful light and protect the night.
Public education
We offer talks, presentations, community events, and outreach on light pollution, dark skies, and responsible outdoor lighting.
Community partnerships
We work with towns, schools, libraries, parks, astronomy groups, conservation organizations, and other community partners across Vermont.
Practical guidance
We help communities think through better lighting practices, assessments, policy guidance, and local solutions.
Recent coverage
DarkSky Vermont has recently been featured in statewide tourism and local news coverage highlighting Vermont’s dark skies, light pollution, and the growing movement for better outdoor lighting.
Light Pollution and DarkSky Vermont — The Bridge
Stargazing in Vermont — Vermont Department of Tourism
Take action
Join the movement
Follow and share DarkSky Vermont on social media to help grow public awareness and support for protecting Vermont’s night skies.
Join the conversation
Take part in our Google Group and connect with others working on dark-sky issues across Vermont.
Attend an Event
See upcoming talks, public programs, and community conversations.
Partner with us
We welcome collaboration with towns, planning commissions, conservation commissions, schools, libraries, parks, and local organizations.