Exploring the Dark: Protecting Our Night Skies takes place at Allihies Copper Mine Museum on Saturday, 4 July 2026. This one-day event brings together writers, photographers, scientists and artists to explore dark skies, landscape, environment and observation.
Tickets: €40 (includes lunch)
Pre-booking: 027-73218 or darkskyallihies@aceh.ie
Venue: Allihies Copper Mine Museum, P75Y329
Event programme
- 11:00–11:30 Annette Skade – Poet & Environmental Writer
- 11:45–12:30 Thomas Olczak – Photographer & Documentary Filmmaker
- 12:30–13:30 Lunch
- 13:30–14:15 Vincent Hyland – Naturalist & Multimedia Artist
- 14:30–15:15 Paul Callanan – Head of Physics, UCC
- 15:30–16:15 Denis Walsh – Scientist & Photographer
Book your place
You can pre-book by phone or email, or pay using the QR code below.
Phone: 027-73218
Email: darkskyallihies@aceh.ie
This event is hosted by Allihies Coastal Education Hub at Allihies Copper Mine Museum. Early booking is advised.
