April 6 - 8, 2024
APR. 6 - 8, 2024
Access to the event is included in general admission to Space Center Houston for these three days.
Make Space Center Houston your eclipse viewing destination! Learn about the science of solar eclipses with three days of interactive programming—all included in general admission.
On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. This will be the last total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous United States until 2044. On April 8, all guests will receive a complimentary pair of eclipse glasses!
Starting on April 6, visitors can watch as iconic Houston artist GONZO247 creates a mural inspired by the phases of the eclipse. Visit each day of the celebration to watch this brand new artwork unfold!
On April 6, enjoy a chamber music performance inspired by the stars in Space Center Theater.
On April 8, all visitors will receive a pair of commemorative eclipse glasses to safely view the eclipses.
On April 8, he Houston Astronomical Society will be hosting fun, hands-on activities that bring explorers of all ages closer to the cosmos.
Choose your own eclipse adventure!
Only on Apr. 6
12 p.m. | Space Center Theater | Houston Youth Chamber Orchestra perform music inspired by the cosmos
All Day
Interactive Community Mural by GONZO247 inspired by the phases of the eclipse
New presentations and hands-on labs about eclipses
Pop-up planetarium presentation
Eclipse merch for sale at Space Trader
Sun spotter telescopes for guests
All Day
Interactive Community Mural by GONZO247 inspired by the phases of the eclipse
New presentations and hands-on labs about eclipses
Pop-up planetarium presentation
Eclipse merch for sale at Space Trader
Sun spotter telescopes for guests
Only on April 8
Eclipse glasses giveaway
Eclipse and space expert lightning talks in Independence Plaza with emcee Gary Jordan of NASA’s “Houston We Have a Podcast”
Make your own solar system bracelets with the University of Houston Clear Lake
Inflatable eclipse-themed maze for young explorers
Reserved members-only viewing area
Hands-on activities with the Houston Astronomical Society
Eclipse-themed snacks available in Independence Plaza
All Day
Interactive Community Mural by GONZO247 inspired by the phases of the eclipse
New presentations and hands-on labs about eclipses
Pop-up planetarium presentation
Eclipse merch for sale at Space Trader
Sun spotter telescopes for guests
A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the Sun. People viewing the eclipse from locations where the Moon’s shadow completely covers the Sun – known as the path of totality – will experience a total solar eclipse.
The sky will become dark, as if it were dawn or dusk. Weather permitting, people along the path of totality will see the Sun’s corona, or outer atmosphere, which is usually obscured by the bright face of the Sun.
A total solar eclipse is the only type of solar eclipse where viewers can momentarily remove their eclipse glasses (which are not the same as regular sunglasses). It is only safe to remove your eclipse glasses during what’s known as totality, the brief period of time when the Moon is completely blocking the Sun.
What you can see during a total solar eclipse depends on the weather and the location from which you view it.
Source: NASA
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