Kansas Astronomical Observers

Wellington Eclipse Workshop

Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Event

The Wellington Public Library is hosting an Eclipse Workshop to learn ways to safely observe the Sun during an eclipse. Free solar glasses will be given away at this event. There will be some DIY craft projects relating to solar viewing safety and some hands-on activities to understand eclipse concepts. We will be meeting over at the Memorial Auditorium.

Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Central

Location: Memorial Auditorium
208 N. Washington
Wellington, KS 67152

Information for Visitors

Location Details

Memorial Auditorium
208 N. Washington
Wellington, KS 67152
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Event Report

Comments and anecdotes about the event:
It was fun to give back to my alma mater. It turned out well as I was greeted with fist bumps from the kids as they left. One young man said he was able to take some really good notes.and thanked me for the presentation.
Photo From Wellington Eclipse Workshop
Amber Countryman: Demonstrating the phases of the moon.
Photo From Wellington Eclipse Workshop
Amber Countryman: Understanding the phases of the moon helps with understanding the dynamics of a solar and lunar eclipse.

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