This listing will continuously be updated as we learn about the numerous places to view this solar spectacular. (If you are having a public viewing site please inform you local tourism bureau.)
View the Total Solar Eclipse from the Cache River Wetlands Center. 9am-4pm. The grounds of the Wetlands Center should be a great place to view the first total solar eclipse over the U.S. since 1979. The main parking lot and an overflow area will be available, on a first-come, first-served basis. 618-657-2064
Bald Knob Mountain is one of the highest points in the area! Bald Knob Cross will be a very popular spot for viewing this phenomenon. Tickets are required and on sale now. See details at: http://www.baldknobcross.com/solar-eclipse/tickets/
NASA Official Viewing– August 21st
1263 Lincoln Dr. Carbondale, IL
Moonstock 2017– August 18th-21st
Walker’s Bluff in Carterville, IL
Total Eclipse Event– August 18th-21st
Blue Sky Winery in Makanda, IL
Solar Celebration– August 18th-21st
Alto Vineyard in Alto Pass, IL
Total Solar Eclipse- August 19th-21st
Starview Vineyards in Cobden, IL
Solar Eclipse Presentation– August 19th
Big Muddy Brewing in Murphysboro, IL
Lunch & Eclipse Viewing– August 21st
Tanglefoot Ranch in Simpson, IL
Solar Eclipse Viewing– August 21st
SIU Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, IL
SIU Crossroads Art & Craft Fair– August 20th-21st
Saluki Row in Carbondale, IL
SIU Crossroads Astronomy, Science & Technology Expo– August 20th-21st
SIU Arena in Carbondale, IL
Eclipse Viewing Event– August 21st
Bald Knob Cross in Alto Pass, IL
