Eclipse 2024: Where to watch the April 8 solar eclipse in, near Baton Rouge
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — On Monday, April 8, people in some parts of the United States will be able to see a total solar eclipse.
A NASA webpage dedicated to the event said it will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States and Canada.
In Baton Rouge, a map shows that residents will be able to see a partial eclipse on that day. According to the map, the partial eclipse will start at 12:28:31 p.m. CT.
There are several local viewing party options if you want to watch with others.
Where can I get solar eclipse glasses?
“For those who only experience a partial solar eclipse, the sky will appear slightly darker than it was before the eclipse, depending on how much the Moon blocks the Sun in their location,” according to NASA.
Special glasses will be needed to watch the eclipse, total or partial. Without eye protection, a person risks severe eye injury, experts warn. NASA also recommends using skin protection like sunscreen, hats and protective clothing.
A Baton Rouge man is busy selling solar eclipse glasses through his business Cajun Eclipse Glasses, and has filled more than 2,000 orders.
Here’s where to watch the partial solar eclipse in the Baton Rouge area.
Solar eclipse viewing events in, near Baton Rouge
East Baton Rouge Parish Library – Carver Branch
Time: 1:27-2:27 p.m.
Where: 720 Terrace Ave., Baton Rouge.
East Baton Rouge Parish Library – Greenwell Springs Regional Branch
Time: Noon to 2:30 p.m.
Where: 11300 Greenwell Springs Rd, Baton Rouge.
East Baton Rouge Parish Library – Jones Creek Regional Branch
Time: Noon to 3:30 p.m.
Where: 6222 Jones Creek Road, Baton Rouge.
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Highland Road Park Observatory
Time: 11:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Where: 13800 Highland Road, Baton Rouge.
Hug Your People Memorial Park
Time: 12:20-3:10 p.m.
Where: 3999 Memorial Square, Zachary.
Louisiana Art & Science Museum
Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
Where: 100 S. River Road, Baton Rouge.
West Baton Rouge Parish Library
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where: 830 N. Alexander Ave., Port Allen.
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