10 the best places to observe the solar eclipse for the people of Chicago

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21 August will be a total solar eclipse. It is special because it passes through the very heart of America - from Oregon to South Carolina.

Here are the 10 best places in Illinois to watch the solar eclipse and have a good time.

1. Waterloo

Eclipse start time: 11:50

Start time total eclipse: 13:17

Where to look: Monroe County Fairgrounds

This town in southwestern Illinois, about 30 minutes south of St. Louis, offers free entertainment. Solarbration in honor of the eclipse. Guests will enjoy live music and food from local farmers. All this for maximum comfort from viewing the eclipse, because the next such event will be held in Illinois in 2024 year.

2.Chester

ВThe start time of the eclipse: 11:51

Start time total eclipse: 13: 18

Where to look: different places

The small city will enjoy one of the most exciting events across America and will fully host a wide variety of activities throughout the weekend:

• Portable planetarium in the Chester Public Library;
• film screeningDragonslayer;
• live music until midnight Fraternal Order of Eagles;
• Mississippi Moon Fest in the First Baptist Church with auto shows and water slides;
• free concert in Cole park;
• ice cream in Cohen memorial home;

3. Makanda

Start time eclipses: 11:52

Time start total eclipse: 13:20

Where to look: Blue sky vineyard

In Illinois, the longest eclipse of the year 2017 can be observed near the wine house, located about 4,8 km south of Carbondale. Visitors will enjoy live music, food and exclusive wine.

4. Murphysboro

Start time eclipses: 11:52

Time start total eclipse: 13:19

Where to look: Big muddy brewing

Just because Adler's Planetarium is not on your way, does not mean that there is no place to look at the eclipse in Chicago. The Adler's Galaxy Ride team will conduct a scientific presentation at Big Muddy Brewing, focused on the eclipse, with further viewing of the telescope on Saturday evening and before the eclipse on Monday. Guests will enjoy a beer.

5. Carbondale

Start time eclipses 11:52

Time start total eclipse: 13:20

Where to look: Southern Illinois University, Saluki Stadium (and locations throughout the city)

As the main eclipse in the state, Carbondale has a four-day weekend from 18 to August 21. At the stadium NASA plans to broadcast live.

Will also pass Crossroads festival south of the arena with live music and carnival rides. And in the city center will be a concert Shadowfest with guests Green Day and U2.

6. Carterville

Start time eclipses: 11:52

Time start total eclipse: 1:20

Where to look: Moonstock Music Festival

Apparently an eclipse is a good excuse to build an entire four-day music festival around it.

7. Cobden

Start time eclipses: 11:52

Time start total eclipse 1:20

Where to look: Vineyards Starview

When the first solar eclipse passes through the heart of the country, local people take full advantage of such events. This time there will be no exceptions, and 4-day party awaits residents Solar Eclipse with live performances by local bands, artisans and handicrafts, as well as a theme party Splash and dashdedicated to eclipse.

8. Alto pass

Start time eclipses: 11:52

Time start total eclipse: 13:20

Where to look: Alto Vineyards

Games, special vintage wines and tranquil views of the surrounding forest. Watch an eclipse from the courtyard or in the VIP area on the top floor with snacks and tasty dishes.

9. the Simpson

Start time eclipses: 11:53

Time start total eclipse: 13:21

Where to look: Tanglefoot ranch

Anyone wishing 21 August can bring their own wine and chairs to Tanglefoot ranch for a seafood lunch after watching the eclipse.

10. Marion

Start time eclipses: 11:55

Time start total eclipse: 13:20

Where to look: Rent one park

All visitors will be expected to observe a solar eclipse through a telescope, and after that they will have a virtual reality show, mini-golf and interesting stories from astrologers.

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