The Schiele Museum of Natural History is celebrating the partial solar eclipse with a weekend of special activities. All of the events of Solar Eclipse Weekend are included in regular museum admission, which is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors 65+, $6 for youth 4-18, and free for kids 3 and younger.
Learn all about viewing the solar eclipse in the Charlotte area!
Hours of the Special Events:
- Saturday, April 6, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Sunday, April 7, 1 to 4 p.m.
- Monday, April 8, 12 to 4 p.m.
The eclipse will take place on Monday, April 8, 2024, with maximum visibility at 3:11 p.m.
In addition, there will be a great lineup of planetarium shows, including Totality, during Solar Eclipse Weekend. Tickets for the planetarium shows are $5.
During Solar Eclipse Weekend:
- Look through solar-safe viewing equipment like sun spotters and pinhole projectors
- Participate in hands-on activities related to the moon and sun with astronomy experts
- Buy Schiele solar eclipse glasses at the front desk for $3, while available
- On Monday, April 8, get a free treat from Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, while available.
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Where to Buy Eclipse Glasses
Eclipse glasses will sell out (they did in 2017!) so don’t delay in purchasing them. Here is a recommendation, and then a few best sellers, but please read all the specifications carefully.
Tember Solar Eclipse Glasses
Tember Solar Eclipse Glasses: This 4-pack of solar eclipse glasses is tested according to ISO 12312-2, validated by POCA laboratories, and is very reasonably priced. Check price here.
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Schiele Museum of Natural History, Gastonia
1500 E Garrison Blvd
Gastonia, NC
