Coconino Astronomical Society: 25 Years of Advocacy for Flagstaff’s Dark Skies

In this 25th anniversary year of FDSC, Danielle will explore the legacy and impact of dark skies in Flagstaff, going back to 1892, when it was called “Skylight City”, and the ongoing work today of the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition to nurture and celebrate our dark-sky ethos as a model for other communities to replicate. Danielle will also give CAS a preview of FDSC’s plans for Flagstaff’s International Dark Sky Week Celebration, April 19–27

Presented by Dr. Danielle Adams – Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition

Bio: Dr. Danielle Adams is a cultural astronomer and dark sky advocate who studies indigenous Arabian astronomy through pre-Islamic poetry and Arabic historical literature. She is active in informal astronomy education, speaking to various groups about Arabian cultural astronomy and the heritage of the many Arabic star names that astronomers still use today. Danielle serves as the interim executive director for the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition and uses the inspiration of pristine desert skies to advocate for the modern-day preservation of dark skies.