On April 8, 2024, a total eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States and Canada. Indiana will be one of only 15 states to experience this breathtaking natural phenomenon and Gibson County is fortunate to be in the Path of Totality!
The 2024 eclipse, known as the “Great North American Eclipse,” promises to be even more spectacular than the historic 2017 eclipse, crossing over or coming close to more major cities and with a maximum duration of Totality that’s almost two minutes longer!
On Monday, April 8, 2024, the eclipse will begin in Gibson County around 12:46 pm.
Totality begins at 2:02 pm. and will last approximately 3 minutes and 55 seconds. There will be areas in the county that will have up to 4 minutes of totality!
The eclipse will end around 3:20 pm.
Owensville 12:46:09
Haubstadt 12:46:14
Fort Branch 12:46:17
Princeton 12:46:27
Patoka 12:46:30
Mackey 12:46:34
Francisco 12:46:36
Somerville 12:46:38
Hazleton 12:46:41
Oakland City 12:46:46
Looking directly at the sun during a solar eclipse is unsafe and can cause permanent damage to your eyes. Even a brief look at the sun can damage your retina and potentially even cause blindness; a condition called solar retinopathy. Only during Totality can you look at the sun without eye protection.
For a total eclipse to take place, the Sun, Moon, and Earth must be in a direct line. The Moon passes between the Sun and Earth and completely blocks the face of the Sun. People who see the total eclipse are in the Path of Totality which is the Moon’s shadow when it hits Earth. The sky will become very dark, as if it were night.
Total solar eclipses are rare events. Although they occur somewhere on Earth every 18 months on average, it is estimated that they recur at any given place only once every 360 to 410 years, on average. The next coast-to-coast total solar eclipse to cross the United States won’t be until 2045!
Hotel bookings are going fast. Follow the link to check local availability.
Camping is available at these Gibson County locations :
Office Hours: 8am-Noon • Call 812-385-3445
Four days of festivities at the Gibson County Fairgrounds in Princeton, IN will include a student art and science fair, live local bands, carnival rides, food trucks, fireworks, eclipse presentations, and concert featuring Resurrection – A Journey Tribute and the Eagles tribute band Hotel California. Plus, guided viewing of the eclipse process in real time on Monday, April 8!
Gibson County Fairgrounds, 709 N. Embree St, Princeton, IN
Email us for more information or call 812-385-0999.
These events are at various locations within Gibson County.
Email us for more information or call 812-385-0999.
