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The parking lot at Homestead National Monument of America's Heritage Center will be open for early risers to watch a lunar eclipse this Saturday, April 4, 2015. The parking lot will open at 5:00 am (CDT), with the partial eclipse starting at 5:17 am. Totality happens at 7:00 am, and the moon sets at 7:09 am. The Heritage Center sits on a high, open point and will be a perfect place to view the eclipse. While there will not be a program, there will be an employee on site with binoculars and a spotting scope. You are welcome to bring you own telescope, binoculars, and chairs. Remember, Homestead National Monument of America has an exciting schedule of events planned for 2015. Keep up with the latest information by following us on Twitter (HomesteadNM), Facebook (HomesteadNM), and Instagram (HomesteadNPS). Homestead National Monument of America is a unit of the National Park Service located four miles west of Beatrice, Nebraska and 45 miles south of Lincoln. Hours of operation are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. EXPERIENCE YOUR AMERICATM The National Park Service cares for special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage. |
Last updated: April 10, 2015