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Eclipses! and the total Solar Eclipse of April 8, 2024 – First showing
					
 Apr 3, 2024 
 5:45PM to 6:45PM

									

				

					Event Categories   2024 Eclipse and   Public Shows (for individuals)
				

			


	

	

		

			

				

					

						

														

															

						

						

	

		


	Date/Time

	Date(s) - 03/04/2024
5:45 pm - 6:45 pm







total solar eclipse on right side of frameOn Monday, April 8, 2024, the Moon will pass in front of the Sun and cast its ethereal shadow onto millions of Canadians – and McMaster and Hamilton.  Prepare for this once-in-a-lifetime total solar eclipse!  Learn all about eclipses in general, how to view the upcoming solar eclipse safely, and what exactly to expect on April 8.


Photo credit: Image by Ken Yan.


 


All ticket sales are final. Please use our Directions page for information on parking and getting to the planetarium.


A note that this show is not specifically designed for kids – if you are interested in a show designed for a younger audience, please consider our Introductory Astronomy for Kids options (typically on the first Wednesday or the third Saturday of each month).


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