ORLANDO, Fla. – We’re days away from a rare annular solar eclipse, and the Orlando Science Center is hosting a special party for the occasion.
The annular solar eclipse is happening Saturday, Oct. 14. While the direct path will be from Oregon to Texas, the eclipse will be visible at 60% in Orlando, according to the science center.
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“An annular solar eclipse happens when the moon is at its farthest point from Earth, making it appear smaller than the sun in our sky. This creates a ring effect around the moon. The term ‘annular’ refers to this ring effect, which some astronomers call ‘the ring of fire,’” the science center said.
The eclipse begins at 11:52 a.m., peaks at 1:26 p.m. and ends at 3:02 p.m.
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Here’s what you can enjoy that day at the Orlando Science Center:
- Pair of eclipse viewing glasses (distributed upon arrival)
- Exclusive access to all the Science Center’s exhibits
- Chance to explore the latest traveling exhibition, Backyard Adventures
- Special programming themed around the eclipse
Tickets are $27 for adults and $21 for children ages 2-11. Click here to buy yours.
Solar eclipses, total or annular, require approved protective eyewear or a device that projects the eclipse onto a surface. If you want to learn how to build your own, click here. It’s easy and simple to make with common household items!
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