Get Ready for the Total Solar Eclipse in Less Than 2 Weeks!

🌞The total solar eclipse will cross 13 states, providing a unique and rare astronomical event.

🌓The path of totality stretches from Texas to southeastern Missouri and southern Illinois.

🕶️It is important to protect your eyes during the solar eclipse to avoid damage, and certified eclipse-viewing glasses are recommended.

📚Several locations, including St. Louis public libraries and the St. Louis Science Center, are giving away certified eclipse glasses.

🔭Local STEM professionals in the St. Louis area are available to educate families about the science behind the eclipse.

What is a total solar eclipse?

—A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, blocking the sun's light and casting a shadow on the Earth.

Where will the total solar eclipse cross?

—The total solar eclipse will cross 13 states, including Missouri and Illinois.

How can I protect my eyes during the solar eclipse?

—To protect your eyes, it is recommended to use certified eclipse-viewing glasses that meet the required safety standards.

Where can I get certified eclipse glasses?

—St. Louis public libraries and the St. Louis Science Center are giving away certified eclipse glasses.

Are there any educational programs available for families?

—Yes, local STEM professionals in the St. Louis area are available to educate families about the science behind the eclipse.

00:08The total solar eclipse is less than 2 weeks away and will cut a path across 13 states.

00:30St. Louis public libraries and the St. Louis Science Center are giving away certified eclipse glasses.

01:00Looking at the sun during the eclipse without protection can cause extensive damage to your eyes.

01:16Certified eclipse-viewing glasses are necessary to avoid eye damage during the eclipse.

01:44Local STEM professionals in the St. Louis area are available to educate families about the science behind the eclipse.