A Gathering to Marvel at the Rare Solar Eclipse: How Baltimore’s Science Center Joined in the Fun

On Monday, the city of Baltimore was buzzing with excitement as people gathered to witness the solar eclipse. Though the city was not in the path of totality, many Marylanders took the opportunity to go outside and marvel at this rare occurrence. The Maryland Science Center provided a unique experience for families to enjoy the event, with the eclipse peaking at 3:21 p.m. at 88% totality in Baltimore.

Visitors of all ages marveled at the celestial event, with some bringing their children to witness the eclipse and learn about our solar system. The Maryland Science Center’s interactive stations and educational gadgets allowed attendees to observe the lunar phenomenon while gaining knowledge about space science. For many, like Joey Merboth and Lisa Mowell, the eclipse was a fascinating experience that sparked their interest in space science.

At the Maryland Science Center, guests were able to view the partial solar eclipse up close through telescopes, filtered glasses, and sun spotter devices. Val Sullivan, Marketing Manager at the center, expressed their excitement in being able to share this event with the public. Even though Brayan Rodriguez shared a special moment with his family in Mexico as they were among the first in North America to see the eclipse, many agreed that memories of this event will be cherished for a long time.

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