With 9 observatories, and a 10 acre hilltop observation field where amateur astronomers who don't want to buy land in the village, can pitch a tent, and set up telescopes. The basic rule is No white lights.The idea is in response to the urban sprawl, where the spread of bright lights, can make stargazing Impossible.
In many cities, the city lights drown out the stars completely.

Having lived in Atlanta for 25 years I know that the
outlying areas in North Georgia are perfect for stargazing. Being in the foothills of the Smokies there are peaks and valleys that are remote enough to escape the lights of civilization.

I'd love to visit here and camp out to look at the stars. Thanks for clipping.