The Solar Eclipse: A Cultural Perspective

Program Type:

Community Read, Speakers & Lectures

Age Group:

Adults
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When you think about a solar eclipse, what do you picture in your mind? Is it a giant bear taking a bite out of the Sun or a cosmic frog swallowing the Sun whole? Throughout human history, different cultures have had their beliefs shaped by this celestial occurrence and the solar eclipse has been an inspiration for stories, art, fear, awe, and curiosity.