
2023 Annular Solar Eclipse
Saturday October 14, 10:30 am – 1:30 pm
The North American eclipse of October 14, 2023 is an upcoming celestial event eagerly anticipated by astronomy enthusiasts in North America. During this eclipse, the Moon will pass in front of the Sun, causing the Sun to appear as a “ring of fire” in the sky. This unique phenomenon occurs when the Moon is at its farthest point from the Earth, and it appears smaller than the Sun, creating a ring-like effect. The eclipse is not visible everywhere in the Earth, but the Moon’s shadow follows a path that will begin in Oregon and pass through parts of Utah, New Mexico and Texas, before crossing over the Gulf of Mexico, much of Central America, a wide swath of Colombia and Brazil, ending in the south Atlantic Ocean. Observers in these areas can see the “ring of fire” effect created by the Moon passing in front of the Sun. The donut or annulus shape of the visible portion of the Sun gives this type of eclipse its name: annular solar eclipse.
In southeastern Wisconsin, only a 40% eclipse is on the horizon, and we’re well-prepared with a variety of devices to ensure everyone can partake in this extraordinary celestial occurrence. Additionally, our staff and volunteers will help you delve into insights about our star and its significance for life here on Earth.
This event requires tickets, but they are solely based on donations to sustain the operational needs of the observatory. Your donation (which covers one ticket) is greatly appreciated. Kindly reach out to us at observatory@hawthornhollow.org to confirm the number of reservations you’d like to make when you make a donation through the link below.