Curious about Dark Sky travel? Learn what makes a sky truly dark, how to find certified Dark Sky Places, when to see the Milky Way (and why fall/winter can be clearest), and where star parties happen—from Grand Canyon to Acadia, Lassen, and Jasper.

Explore Sloss Furnaces—Birmingham’s preserved blast-furnace complex and National Historic Landmark. Discover its pig-iron heyday, civil-rights ties, self-guided/guided tours, and striking spots for photography (even after dark). .