Frontiers of Astronomy talk: A Magnificent Celestial Show in 2017

"A Magnificent Celestial Show in 2017: The August 21 Total Solar Eclipse in North America " with IfA astronomer Shadia Habbal, 7:30 p.m. UH Mānoa Art Building Auditorium (room 132) Free Admission (Campus Parking $6)

One of nature's most spectacular celestial sights is the magnificent solar corona, visible only during a total solar eclipse. On August 21, 2017, the moon's shadow will sweep across the entire United States from Oregon to South Carolina over a span of approximately 90 minutes. Everyone in the 48 contiguous states and Alaska will witness at least a partial solar eclipse. Those directly under the moon's 60 mile-wide shadow will have 2 minutes of totality - one of life's most awesome experiences. Learn why people become eclipse chasers, traveling the world to enjoy their beauty - and do some science.

Event Sponsor
UH Institute for Astronomy, Mānoa Campus

More Information
Roy Gal, (808) 956-6235, friends@ifa.hawaii.edu, http://ifa.hawaii.edu/specialevents

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