dark sky scotland

Dark Sky Scotland is a national programme of astronomy events, which through workshops, demonstrations and shows, aims to make astronomy fun and accessible for audiences of all ages, from families to school teachers.

Dark Sky Scotland is Scotland's first nationwide programme of astronomy events. It will inspire science education and lifelong learning, encourage careers in science and technology and promote dark sky tourism in rural areas. There will be over 30 astronomy events at venues throughout Scotland up to spring 2008. The events will involve:

• Astronomy workshops for teachers
• Astronomy workshops for tourism and community
• Astronomy activities for families
• Astronomy activities for pupils

Visit the Dark Sky Scotland website for further information and to find out what events are being held in your area.

Visit Duncan Stewart Smith's Flickr album to view some photographs of recent Dark Sky Scotland events.

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