Watch The Solar Eclipse At The Franklin Institute

PHILADELPHIA – The Franklin Institute is inviting you to watch the August solar eclipse with experts who will teach you about all things eclipse.

On Monday, August 21, Philadelphians will turn their eyes to the sky to view the solar eclipse.

The Franklin Institute’s team of expert science educators will be on hand at the museum to help you experience this science spectacle and learn about why this event is so remarkable.

Solar eclipse-related programming will begin at noon in the Fels Planetarium, Franklin Hall, and along Winter Street.

Guests will have the opportunity to build a safe solar viewer, learn about astronomy, and prepare for the big moment at 2 p.m.

Featuring live broadcasts from Chief Astronomer Derrick Pitts from a location of totality in Missouri, this event will culminate in the viewing of the partial solar eclipse visible in the Philadelphia region up to about 80 percent coverage.

Some eclipse-related activities are free, but general admission to the museum is recommended for full access to all programming. General admission tickets are available online here.

Learn more about the solar eclipse and the Franklin Institute's eclipse programming online here.

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