There are a number of reasons why the total solar eclipse of August 21, 2017 was a particularly dazzling event. For one, we won’t have another solar eclipse until 2024 — but, honestly, the bigger thing to consider is the fact that there hasn’t been another solar eclipse that only touched American soil since June 13, 1257, and there won’t be another one until January 25, 2316. Even though a good chunk of the folks who wandered out of their offices, homes, and big box retailers to take a glimpse at this eclipse will be around to see the next one in seven years, there certainly is no way they’re going to be able to do the same in 299 years.
Being that the solar eclipse is a truly cosmic event; it made sense that groups were gathered at the mysterious and ancient Great Serpent Mound outside of Peebles, OH throughout the past weekend and through the sighting of the eclipse at around 2:30 p.m. on Monday, August 21 to celebrate the happening.
WOUB’s Emily Votaw captured some of the colorful celebration leading up to and following the Great American Eclipse, and you can check them out below.
A man examines the coming total solar eclipse. One could witness the sun blocked by blackness for a good chunk of time before and after the actual happening itself. (WOUB/Emily Votaw)Groups of people prepare for the solar eclipse on the grounds of the Great Serpent Mound. (WOUB/Emily Votaw)Overlooking the Great Serpent Mound, one could see groups of people camping out among the ancient structure’s coils. (WOUB/Emily Votaw)A parade formed during the peaking of the Great American Eclipse. (WOUB/Emily Votaw)Those who took part in the parade around the Great Serpent Mound accompanied their movement with vocalizations and the playing various instruments. (WOUB/Emily Votaw)People joyfully look onto the Great American Solar Eclipse. (WOUB/Emily Votaw)A gentleman gives someone his solar eclipse glasses so that they can safely view the cosmic phenomena. (WOUB/Emily Votaw)Dancing and a drum circle commenced after the eclipse. (WOUB/Emily Votaw)People rejoice after the solar eclipse. (WOUB/Emily Votaw)Some were euphoric after the Great American Solar Eclipse. (WOUB/Emily Votaw)Heavy duty eyewear was important for those who wished to watch the Great American Solar Eclipse. (WOUB/Emily Votaw)
