People react as the solar eclipse becomes visible through the clouds in Daley Plaza in downtown Chicago on Aug. 21, 2017.
—Chicago residents should see a partial eclipse between 12:51 p.m. and 3:22 p.m., reaching peak totality at 2:07 p.m. Naturally, the folks at theare ready to mark the occasion with a free indoor and outdoor event with entertainment and education planned for the day.
For the cost of a museum ticket, astronomy enthusiasts can check out the moon crossing the sun in the telescope courtesy of theThere's also a livestream with the Museum's own NASA Solar System Ambassador, and plenty of activities for families and students.with special guest star NASA ambassador Mark Benson and “eclipse-themed snacks.
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