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Claytor Crafts: Solar Eclipse Pinhole Viewers

Location of Claytor Lake State Park in Virginia

Where

Claytor Lake State Park, 6620 Ben H. Bolen Dr., Dublin, VA 24084.
Beach Building

When

April 8, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Have you ever seen a solar eclipse? Be ready to view our partial solar eclipse. Because this eclipse is partial (about 80-90% coverage) eye protection is required to see it. Join us for a fun and useful craft as we make pinhole viewers and box viewers to witness this astronomical event. Everyone will be able to make a pinhole viewer, but those wanting a box viewer will need to bring your own large cardboard box or mailing tube.

Eclipse Pinhole Projector

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-643-2500
Email Address: ClaytorLake@dcr.virginia.gov