On April 8, Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, will transform into a haven of wonder and delight. Hosted by Rick Crosslin, district scientist-in-residence at MSD Wayne Township, guests will be guided through the science behind the total solar eclipse from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Learn about what life was like living and working in space from Hoosier astronaut Mark Brown, who spent time as an Air Force fighter pilot, engineer, NASA astronaut, NASA manager, and corporate manager. After his more than 20 years in the Air Force, he flew in two space shuttle missions in 1984 and 1989. He also served on the Challenger Accident Investigation team and was the senior astronaut on the International Space Station program until he retired in 1993.
Special hands-on activities for kids will focus on the science of shadow and light. There will also be live music, dance performances, food and drinks, and so much more. Old favorites like Prairietown will also be open during the festival.
Tickets are on sale now, including the exclusive $150 VIP package – which is almost sold out. The VIP package includes extended access to the festival, premium parking, a shuttle to festival grounds, access to exclusive viewing areas, lunch buffet, signature cocktails and mocktails, and happy hour apps and live music.
All ticketholders age 2 and older will receive a pair of complimentary eclipse glasses.
Get tickets now at connerprairie.org/solareclipse2024. Nonmember tickets are $55 and member tickets are $40.