Eclipse
Total blackout
Get ready for the once-in-a-lifetime total solar eclipse sweeping across South Carolina this summer on Aug. 21. Read more
How to protect your eyes
Proper eye protection is critical for safely viewing partial and total solar eclipses. Use these tips to protect your vision. Read more
How to watch the eclipse
This video from NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center explains how to protect your eyes while you enjoy the Aug. 21 total solar eclipse. Read more
Are you ready for the eclipse?
Eclipse glasses are vital to protect your vision during the Aug. 21 total solar eclipse. Read more
The geometry of an eclipse
See how the positions of the sun, moon and earth create shadows that give us a partial or total solar eclipse. Read more
By the numbers: The Great Solar Eclipse
A total solar eclipse is, for most people, a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Take a look at the numbers that make the 2017 eclipse special. Read more
Eclipse tips
First time viewing an eclipse? Get some advice about how to make the most of it. Read more
How long will I be in the dark?
Find out what time the eclipse starts in your community and how to position yourself for the longest viewing times. Read more