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Celebrating and Protecting Maines Dark Sky Legacy Our Mission Dark Sky Mainea 501c3 nonprofit promotes an appreciation of the night sky through education and by supporting measures that use appropriate lighting to provide security on the ground promote the health of humans and nocturnal wildlife while maintaining dark skies overhead. By following the guidelines of current scientific research we help Maine communities understand the benefits of efficient safe lighting. Good lighting benefits healthy economic development and maintains Maines dark sky heritage. To learn about dark sky protection in Maine watch Defending the Dark a film by Tara Roberts Zabriskie.