Vermonts only planetarium and the town of St. Johnsbury are gearing up for the Great American Eclipse

Vermont’s only planetarium and the town of St. Johnsbury are gearing up for the Great American Eclipse. The Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium has been an integral part of downtown St. Johnsbury since the late 1800s, and  it’s taking a leading role in this once-in-a-lifetime event. The museum includes the region’s only public planetarium where additional eclipse presentations are underway with planetarium director Mark Breen. The new science annex opened just in time. Additional education tables and crafts are in the works for the historic event that falls right in line with the organization’s mission. Part of Main Street will be closed on April 8 to accommodate a party hosted by various community partners. Thousands of visitors are expected in this town alone. The goal is to make sure everyone leaves happy. While this region of the state will only be in darkness for about 90 seconds, the block party will be celebrating the event all day long.