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When was the last time you gazed upon the night sky, free from the intrusive glow of streetlights and cityscapes? Imagine stepping into the darkness and witnessing the universe in its full, unadulterated splendour. The Skellig Coast Dark Sky Festival offers a chance to reconnect with the cosmos in one of the world’s few Gold Tier International Dark Sky Reserves.
Willie is back after speaking at last year’s event. He will present “Light—How It Affects Our Health and That of the Environment.” With so much experience in the lit environment, he has seen, understood, and practised designing with health and the environment as the core of our designs, advocating for mindful lighting practices that minimise light pollution and promote well-being.
Festival Highlights
- Astrophysics Lecture: Delve into the mysteries of the universe with Professor Paul Callanan, who will present a lecture in the atmospheric setting of the Valentia Slate Quarry on Valentia Island. kerrydarkskytourism.com
- Archaeo-Astronomy Tour: Explore prehistoric petroglyphs with archaeologist and festival director Aoibheann Lambe, uncovering the ancient connections between our ancestors and the stars. kerrydarkskytourism.com
- Live Music Concert: Experience a Friday night concert organized by Éigse na hAoine, featuring live original music by some of Ireland’s finest traditional and fusion artists. kerrydarkskytourism.com
- Astrophotography Workshop: Capture the beauty of the night sky with guidance from renowned astrophotographer Davy Patton. kerrydarkskytourism.com
- Children’s Book Reading: Author Helena Duggan will read from her acclaimed work “The Light Thieves,” enchanting young minds with tales of adventure and wonder. kerrydarkskytourism.com
Tickets for the Skellig Coast Dark Sky Festival are now available. Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in a celebration of our celestial heritage. To purchase tickets and view the full festival program, visit the official festival website events.humanitix.com
Embrace the night, and let the stars guide your journey.
Our aim is simple: to prove that human-centred lighting design can transform lives.
About Monica Duggan
Monica grew up with a screwdriver & bulb in her hands before she started to 'hassle' the boss! After gallivanting around the world & getting an education she worked in all areas of the business, and was a natural fit for developing Willie Duggan further. She does her best thinking struggling up a mountain, hiking a trail or beating herself up in the gym!
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