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Embrace the winter darkness and discover the magic of Minnesota’s starbright skies! Join us for a week of free activities for students, families, and friends that will immerse you in learning and stargazing. The third annual Boreal Stargazing week will take place from February 10-17, 2025 with free dark sky experiences for all ages and backgrounds. These free events are friendly for all ages and feature captivating night sky tours, snowshoe hikes, live conversations with astronomers, and more
Community programs will take place across the state – from Voyageurs National Park to the Boundary Waters to the Twin Cities. Virtual education programming is also available to classrooms nationwide. Participants will explore the significance of protected Dark Sky Regions, the natural and cultural importance of the night sky, and how we can help protect them.
Boreal Stargazing in-person and virtual events are brought to you by Voyageurs Conservancy, Friends of the Boundary Waters, Starry Skies North and the National Park Service, Superior National Forest, Expeditions in Education, and The Bell Museum.