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astronomy-and-events1 year ago•4 min saved

"New Yorkers Flock to Brooklyn Cemetery for Eerie Solar Eclipse Viewing Party"

Over 7,000 people gathered at Brooklyn’s Green-Wood Cemetery for a solar eclipse viewing party, with some attendees feeling a spiritual connection to the deceased. The event included music, food, and special telescopes for safe viewing, and attendees expressed awe and joy as they witnessed the eclipse. Despite some controversy, the cemetery has previously hosted events and was praised for providing a unique and special location for communal experiences.

via New York Post |

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astronomy1 year ago•2 min saved

"Brooklynites Seek Last-Minute Solar Eclipse Glasses at Highest Point in Borough"

Thousands of New Yorkers gathered at Brooklyn's Green-Wood Cemetery, the highest point in the borough, to witness the historic solar eclipse. The atmosphere was festive, with people bringing picnic supplies and telescopes equipped with solar lenses. One couple even got engaged during the eclipse, which coincided with the one-year anniversary of their first date. The event drew seasoned astronomers and casual observers alike, with many expressing awe at the celestial spectacle. Other parts of the city also paused to witness the eclipse, with the next one not visible in New York City until 2044.

via Gothamist|

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