The City of Westfield has announced additional activities surrounding the April 8 Total Solar Eclipse.
Eclipse Viewing Glasses
As of Friday, several businesses throughout Westfield now have certified solar eclipse viewing glasses available for pickup during regular business hours. Glasses are free and limited to four per family while supplies last. Residents are asked to show proof of address.
Locations include:
- Centier Bank: 3002 State Road 32
- Westfield City Services: 2728 E. 171st St.
- Community First Bank: 381 S. Junction Crossing
- Community First Bank: 707 E. State Road 32
- Grand Park Events Center: 19000 Grand Park Boulevard
- Dean Ballenger Agency: 14767 Oak Road, Suite 100
- The Farmers Bank: 360 Tricia Lane
- Westfield Fire Department: 17001 Ditch Road
- Westfield Police Department: 17535 Dartown Road
- Westfield Washington Public Library: 333 Hoover St.
- Wittler Orthodontics: 534 E. Main St.
Totality: A Multimedia Presentation
The Rotary Club of Westfield has partnered with Grand Universe to present a 45-minute experience at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 14 at The Bridgewater Club, 3535 E. 161st St. Admission is free and suitable for adults and children. Reservations are not required but arrive early to secure your spot.
What is a total solar eclipse?
A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the sun. The sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk; the sky will begin to change around 1:50 p.m. with totality at 3:06 p.m. The next total solar eclipse viewable from anywhere in the contiguous United States will be Aug. 23, 2044.
It has been 819 years since Hamilton County had a total solar eclipse.
For more details and to secure tickets, please visit WestfieldWelcome.com/solar-eclipse. More information will be added as the event approaches.