A solar eclipse will occur on April 8, 2024 – and Science Central will be near the path of totality!
What’s the path of totality? That’s where the moon will totally cover the sun!
Join us for a day celebrating this spectacular astronomical event.
For details about the partial solar eclipse in October 2023, follow this link.
Eclipse Day
Science Central will offer a variety of programming on Eclipse Day designed to expand the public’s understanding and appreciation of the eclipse.
The event schedule will be announced soon!
Eclipse Starts: 1:53 p.m.
Maximum Eclipse: 3:10 p.m.
Eclipse Ends: 4:24 p.m.
Eclipse schedule for Fort Wayne, IN
Eclipse Day FAQ
The eclipse will occur on Monday, April 8, 2024.
At Science Central, in Fort Wayne, IN, the moon will start to cover the sun at 1:53 p.m.
At Science Central, in Fort Wayne, IN, the moon will be closest to the center of the sun at 3:10 p.m. This stage of the eclipse is known as maximum eclipse.
At Science Central, in Fort Wayne, IN, the moon will be covering 99.8 percent of the sun at maximum eclipse.
At Science Central, in Fort Wayne, IN, the moon will have completely moved off the sun by 4:24 p.m.
Yes, glasses will be available for purchase in Science Central’s gift shop.
Yes, Fort Wayne will see a partial solar eclipse. The path of totality is a thin strip across the Earth where a total solar eclipse will occur.
- Locations inside the path of totality can expect to see the moon totally cover the sun during the course of the eclipse.
- Locations outside the path of totality will view a partial solar eclipse.
General Eclipse FAQ
A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, casting its shadow on the planet.
The path of totality is a thin strip across the Earth where a total solar eclipse will occur.
- Locations inside the path of totality can expect to see the moon totally cover the sun during the course of the eclipse.
- Locations outside the path of totality will view a partial solar eclipse.
No. It is never safe to look at the sun, during an eclipse or otherwise, without eye protection. Looking at the sun without protection can cause permanent eye damage.
No. Only eye protection with solar filters, which are used in eclipse glasses, can sufficiently safeguard your eyes.
A partial solar eclipse will occur on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023.
At Science Central, the moon will cover 51.4 percent of the sun at maximum eclipse.
The eclipse will start at 11:41 a.m., reach its maximum at 1:02 p.m., and end at 2:26 p.m.
Science Central will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with eclipse glasses available for purchase.
Event Details:
- Watch a high-altitude balloon launch. Outfitted with cameras and sensors, the balloon will document the eclipse.
- Look through telescopes that will provide a safe view of the eclipse.
- Check out informational programs that answer questions like:
- What are the different kinds of eclipses?
- What are safe ways to view an eclipse?
- How do sundials work?
