Eclipse Archives - AltonMo.com

Multiple planets lined up at the Missouri Eclipse Expo on July 22, 2023, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

Look For 6 Planets Aligning On Monday

Outdoor Living May 31, 2024 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

This is a spectacular year, astronomically speaking. What’s Next? On Monday night, six planets are lining up!

Where Were You A Week Ago? In The Dark!

Community April 15, 2024 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

It has been a week since the Great American Eclipse passed our way. Most people made the most of the situation.

Who Did Not See The Great American Eclipse!?

Recreation April 9, 2024 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

Besides enjoying the show of organized lights, one could not help but notice license plates coming to Alton to participate in a wonder.

Eclipse Related Poll Results From The Weekend

Lifestyle April 9, 2024 Amanda Thomas 0 Comments

The Great American Eclipse happened on April 8, 2024. On April 6th, the AltonMo.com field team went around to different eclipse events and polled attendees.

Crescent moon three days before the April 8th Total Solar Eclipse

Weather Leading Up To The April 8th Total Solar Eclipse

Weather April 6, 2024 Staff 0 Comments

Many people are taking advantage and planning a holiday-like weekend. The weather across will determine their experiences during this eclipse.

Solar eclipse festival banner in Thayer, Missouri.

Alton & All Of Oregon County Buzzing With Eclipse Excitement

Travel April 5, 2024 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

All of Oregon County, Missouri, is buzzing with eclipse excitement. Campers are arriving Friday evening to make a camping weekend.

Eclipse Closures- Plan Ahead

Business April 5, 2024 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

While many events and festivities are happening throughout the weekend and into Monday, there are closures to think about, too.

Eclipse Viewer Suggestions From The Experts

Outdoor Living April 5, 2024 Jennifer Thomas 0 Comments

With the April 8th Great North American Solar Eclipse now just 3 days away, the American Astronomical Society (AAS) Solar Eclipse Task Force offers some important updates on a few topics of interest to eclipse planners. Fake Eclipse Glasses Counterfeit and fake eclipse glasses are overwhelming storefronts. Until recently, the AAS Solar Eclipse Task Force had […]