Eclipse Glasses

Program Type:

Community

Age Group:

All Ages
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Event Details

A partial (50%) eclipse will appear in the sky over Illinois on Saturday, October 14, 2023 from approximately 10:30am-1:30pm. Register for one free pair of solar-viewing glasses (one pair per family) beginning Monday, October 9. Supplies are limited.

Please note:

  • Glasses will be distributed to Frankfort Public Library Cardholders only.
  • One pair per family.
  • Registration is required to reserve one free pair of solar-viewing glasses.
  • Must be picked up by 5pm on Friday, October 13.

Solar-viewing glasses have been made available courtesy of the Space Science Institute and the Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries program.

How to view the solar eclipse safely: https://eclipse.aas.org/eye-safety.

Oct. 14 Partial Solar Eclipse Timetable:
https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/solar/2023-october-14