Our Work
DarkSky Missouri is actively engaged in programs throughout Missouri to measure, curb, and even reduce light pollution.
IDSP Designations
A team of volunteers works with parks and communities across Missouri to explore achieving IDSP designations.
DarkSky Festival
In fall of each year, we partner with Ozark National Scenic Riverways to offer a DarkSky Festival in the some of darkest skies in Missouri.
Measuring Sky Brightness
Sky brightness measurements are being taken across Missouri to better understand the growth of light pollution.
Turning off Lights to Save Birds
Our chapter spearheads a multi-state collaboration to turn off building lights to reduce bird mortality during spring and fall migration.
Nature at Night
Our chapter sponsors programs to engage the public in nature at night. We use tools to measure and record sky brightness, sound, and the activity of nature.
Talks/Public Outreach
Our chapter participates in dozens of events each year including talks, festivals, and more.
Citizen Science
Our chapter partnered with SciStarter.org to create a "dark sky" citizen science program for libraries and schools.
Virtual Reality Film
Our chapter partnered with the Gateway Arch National Park and VR filmmaker Bentley Ousley to create a film explaining the Bortle scale.
Mission
The mission of DarkSky Missouri is to raise awareness about light pollution issues in Missouri, promote quality outdoor lighting, protect our natural environment and our beautiful night sky, and educate the public how reducing light pollution can lower energy costs.