Phoenix’s New Dark Sky Discovery Center | Mesa News

Mesa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 24, 2026 · 1m

Get ready to explore the cosmos up close—Fountain Hills’ brand-new International Dark Sky Discovery Center is almost done, set to open in February 2027. Spanning 20,000 square feet, this massive educational hub combines cutting-edge tech with hands-on learning, featuring the Phoenix area’s largest telescope, a high-tech planetarium, an immersive LED theater, and 60+ interactive exhibits. Designed to protect dark skies for wildlife, astronomy, and human health, it’s a community landmark and one of the world’s premier dark sky destinations. With remote telescope control and daytime demos, it’s…