{"id":1197,"date":"2024-04-06T14:38:14","date_gmt":"2024-04-06T14:38:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brownsvillenews.org\/the-10-best-places-to-observe-the-solar-eclipse-in-brooklyn\/"},"modified":"2024-04-06T14:38:14","modified_gmt":"2024-04-06T14:38:14","slug":"the-10-best-places-to-observe-the-solar-eclipse-in-brooklyn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/brownsvillenews.org\/?p=1197","title":{"rendered":"The 10 Best Places to Observe the Solar Eclipse in Brooklyn"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-cke-copybin-start=\"1\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span id=\"cke_bm_410S\">\u00a0<\/span>Brooklynites, get ready for a celestial show! The solar eclipse on April 8th, 2024, is set to partially obscure the sun, casting an otherworldly light over our borough.\u00a0We&#8217;ve rounded up the 10 best places in Brooklyn to witness this extraordinary event, from iconic parks to historic cemeteries.\u00a0 Remember to grab your eclipse glasses and get ready for a Brooklyn eclipse experience! Remember, always use proper solar eclipse glasses for safe viewing.<\/p>\n<p>Best Viewing Times:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Partial eclipse begins: Around 1:40 PM EDT<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Maximum eclipse: Around 3:18 PM EDT<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Partial eclipse ends: Around 4:41 PM EDT<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>1. Brooklyn Bridge Park<\/h3>\n<div class=\"cke_widget_wrapper cke_widget_block cke_widget_image cke_widget_selected\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"region\" contenteditable=\"false\" aria-label=\"Photo By Caroline Culler (User:Wgreaves) - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0 image widget\" data-cke-display-name=\"image\" data-cke-filter=\"off\" data-cke-widget-id=\"9\" data-cke-widget-wrapper=\"1\">\n<figure class=\"figure cke_widget_element\" data-cke-widget-data=\"%7B%22hasCaption%22%3Atrue%2C%22src%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Flh7-us.googleusercontent.com%2F5hQnbJ8B2mQOOPt4m9A4ljiIk4x51sscJY2JQikS7gB9wCe2qPOLDanbTGdxAYV1Z_lX3eCpdOC6ntq8CAKK4aHprBH05lig6-jLSmOQQAploiYzUUiDCkcaxPqc9OYnRq4Hjtavv4qS6R8h1Zr1ddc%22%2C%22alt%22%3A%22Photo%20By%20Caroline%20Culler%20(User%3AWgreaves)%20-%20Own%20work%2C%20CC%20BY-SA%204.0%22%2C%22width%22%3A%22624%22%2C%22height%22%3A%22416%22%2C%22imgid%22%3A%22%22%2C%22figwidth%22%3A%22%22%2C%22lock%22%3Atrue%2C%22align%22%3A%22none%22%2C%22classes%22%3A%7B%7D%7D\" data-cke-widget-keep-attr=\"0\" data-cke-widget-upcasted=\"1\" data-widget=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/5hQnbJ8B2mQOOPt4m9A4ljiIk4x51sscJY2JQikS7gB9wCe2qPOLDanbTGdxAYV1Z_lX3eCpdOC6ntq8CAKK4aHprBH05lig6-jLSmOQQAploiYzUUiDCkcaxPqc9OYnRq4Hjtavv4qS6R8h1Zr1ddc\" alt=\"Photo By Caroline Culler (User:Wgreaves) - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0\" width=\"624\" height=\"416\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/5hQnbJ8B2mQOOPt4m9A4ljiIk4x51sscJY2JQikS7gB9wCe2qPOLDanbTGdxAYV1Z_lX3eCpdOC6ntq8CAKK4aHprBH05lig6-jLSmOQQAploiYzUUiDCkcaxPqc9OYnRq4Hjtavv4qS6R8h1Zr1ddc\" \/><figcaption class=\"cke_widget_editable\" contenteditable=\"true\" data-cke-display-name=\"caption\" data-cke-enter-mode=\"2\" data-cke-filter=\"72\" data-cke-widget-editable=\"caption\">Photo By Caroline Culler (User:<a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/User_talk:Wgreaves\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/User_talk:Wgreaves\">Wgreaves<\/a>) &#8211; Own work, <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?curid=80020435\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?curid=80020435\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler_container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler\" title=\"Click and drag to move\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\" width=\"15\" height=\"15\" data-cke-widget-drag-handler=\"1\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Brooklyn Bridge Park is a fantastic spot to view the eclipse due to its open waterfront spaces offering unobstructed views of the sky. You&#8217;ll enjoy the eclipse silhouetted against the iconic backdrop of the Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan skyline. The park is large enough to find a comfortable viewing spot and is easily accessible by public transportation.\u00a0 Remember to arrive early for the best position<\/p>\n<h3>2. Shirley Chisholm State Park<\/h3>\n<div class=\"cke_widget_wrapper cke_widget_block cke_widget_image cke_widget_selected\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"region\" contenteditable=\"false\" aria-label=\"Tdorante10, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons image widget\" data-cke-display-name=\"image\" data-cke-filter=\"off\" data-cke-widget-id=\"8\" data-cke-widget-wrapper=\"1\">\n<figure class=\"figure cke_widget_element\" data-cke-widget-data=\"%7B%22hasCaption%22%3Atrue%2C%22src%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Flh7-us.googleusercontent.com%2FlZRvAOqkmVyf8pPV0TI9BdteXabeoReYxExe54lCLOm0HlX4vQJS1vt2Y33H88tXRu_iS4R27iFoEU_B6XDGkAg29FUCZEqm6Ip_A2mB5tEXejG_4MbHS8kDxXb_8s5ELvbostjpjTTBePbtN5bCjzc%22%2C%22alt%22%3A%22Tdorante10%2C%20CC%20BY-SA%204.0%20via%20Wikimedia%20Commons%22%2C%22width%22%3A%22624%22%2C%22height%22%3A%22416%22%2C%22imgid%22%3A%22%22%2C%22figwidth%22%3A%22%22%2C%22lock%22%3Atrue%2C%22align%22%3A%22none%22%2C%22classes%22%3A%7B%7D%7D\" data-cke-widget-keep-attr=\"0\" data-cke-widget-upcasted=\"1\" data-widget=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/lZRvAOqkmVyf8pPV0TI9BdteXabeoReYxExe54lCLOm0HlX4vQJS1vt2Y33H88tXRu_iS4R27iFoEU_B6XDGkAg29FUCZEqm6Ip_A2mB5tEXejG_4MbHS8kDxXb_8s5ELvbostjpjTTBePbtN5bCjzc\" alt=\"Tdorante10, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons\" width=\"624\" height=\"416\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/lZRvAOqkmVyf8pPV0TI9BdteXabeoReYxExe54lCLOm0HlX4vQJS1vt2Y33H88tXRu_iS4R27iFoEU_B6XDGkAg29FUCZEqm6Ip_A2mB5tEXejG_4MbHS8kDxXb_8s5ELvbostjpjTTBePbtN5bCjzc\" \/><figcaption class=\"cke_widget_editable\" contenteditable=\"true\" data-cke-display-name=\"caption\" data-cke-enter-mode=\"2\" data-cke-filter=\"72\" data-cke-widget-editable=\"caption\">Tdorante10, <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a> via <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"Wikimedia\" data-wsc-id=\"luo6pfjbx6ii5i79v\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_CA\">Wikimedia<\/span> Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler_container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler\" title=\"Click and drag to move\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\" width=\"15\" height=\"15\" data-cke-widget-drag-handler=\"1\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Shirley Chisholm State Park is an excellent choice for viewing the eclipse thanks to its elevated position on a former landfill, providing sweeping views of Jamaica Bay and the surrounding cityscape. The park&#8217;s open spaces offer plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the celestial event. Being a bit further removed from the bustle of the city, it may offer a more relaxed atmosphere for the viewing.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Green-Wood Cemetery<\/h3>\n<div class=\"cke_widget_wrapper cke_widget_block cke_widget_image cke_widget_selected\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"region\" contenteditable=\"false\" aria-label=\"Photo By Rhododendrites - CC BY-SA 4.0 image widget\" data-cke-display-name=\"image\" data-cke-filter=\"off\" data-cke-widget-id=\"7\" data-cke-widget-wrapper=\"1\">\n<figure class=\"figure cke_widget_element\" data-cke-widget-data=\"%7B%22hasCaption%22%3Atrue%2C%22src%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Flh7-us.googleusercontent.com%2FVxVhM0dCfX_5r9Gg4QDZPU7NOKk6U6SgtcWI_rCMJm3Zfb_geTg8OIkZiOYO31MMvAFumOVubsdHnc_dCcIN6tmmlh-o6pWAL0k6iDU4v-21VQH-6mhvHCLEsZUaNbVamPmGBPNeOTWoPShIkwWH9QU%22%2C%22alt%22%3A%22Photo%20By%20Rhododendrites%20-%20CC%20BY-SA%204.0%22%2C%22width%22%3A%22624%22%2C%22height%22%3A%22473%22%2C%22imgid%22%3A%22%22%2C%22figwidth%22%3A%22%22%2C%22lock%22%3Atrue%2C%22align%22%3A%22none%22%2C%22classes%22%3A%7B%7D%7D\" data-cke-widget-keep-attr=\"0\" data-cke-widget-upcasted=\"1\" data-widget=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/VxVhM0dCfX_5r9Gg4QDZPU7NOKk6U6SgtcWI_rCMJm3Zfb_geTg8OIkZiOYO31MMvAFumOVubsdHnc_dCcIN6tmmlh-o6pWAL0k6iDU4v-21VQH-6mhvHCLEsZUaNbVamPmGBPNeOTWoPShIkwWH9QU\" alt=\"Photo By Rhododendrites - CC BY-SA 4.0\" width=\"624\" height=\"473\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/VxVhM0dCfX_5r9Gg4QDZPU7NOKk6U6SgtcWI_rCMJm3Zfb_geTg8OIkZiOYO31MMvAFumOVubsdHnc_dCcIN6tmmlh-o6pWAL0k6iDU4v-21VQH-6mhvHCLEsZUaNbVamPmGBPNeOTWoPShIkwWH9QU\" \/><figcaption class=\"cke_widget_editable\" contenteditable=\"true\" data-cke-display-name=\"caption\" data-cke-enter-mode=\"2\" data-cke-filter=\"72\" data-cke-widget-editable=\"caption\">Photo By <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"Rhododendrites\" data-wsc-id=\"luo6pgxy03n4m8rol\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_CA\">Rhododendrites<\/span> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?curid=107275215\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?curid=107275215\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler_container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler\" title=\"Click and drag to move\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\" width=\"15\" height=\"15\" data-cke-widget-drag-handler=\"1\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Green-Wood Cemetery is a unique and potentially great spot to experience the eclipse. Its rolling hills and tree-lined paths provide varied vantage points with clear views of the sky. The historic setting, with its beautiful landscaping and monuments, adds a touch of serenity and wonder to the event. The cemetery is hosting a special eclipse viewing event with solar-filtered telescopes. Since Green-Wood is a popular destination, arrive early to secure a good spot, and always ensure your eclipse viewing is respectful of those visiting the cemetery.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Brooklyn Botanic Garden<\/h3>\n<div class=\"cke_widget_wrapper cke_widget_block cke_widget_image cke_widget_selected\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"region\" contenteditable=\"false\" aria-label=\"King of Hearts, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons image widget\" data-cke-display-name=\"image\" data-cke-filter=\"off\" data-cke-widget-id=\"6\" data-cke-widget-wrapper=\"1\">\n<figure class=\"figure cke_widget_element\" data-cke-widget-data=\"%7B%22hasCaption%22%3Atrue%2C%22src%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Flh7-us.googleusercontent.com%2FkK_o_EYxI_uwwdaJhPIJ7pdjsQKpBfLM4kavz_SUbuGA81_hyFR6bXq7WEHGzdyG-XSAvmOafYt9KmtZ78oukF60Bq0G_qMmgl2J5NQ_wZxXS2VDgITFZf1Ixs4eWcTAyZrYgSfIJkJcAL_XrcT7m8c%22%2C%22alt%22%3A%22King%20of%20Hearts%2C%20CC%20BY-SA%204.0%2C%20via%20Wikimedia%20Commons%22%2C%22width%22%3A%22624%22%2C%22height%22%3A%22416%22%2C%22imgid%22%3A%22%22%2C%22figwidth%22%3A%22%22%2C%22lock%22%3Atrue%2C%22align%22%3A%22none%22%2C%22classes%22%3A%7B%7D%7D\" data-cke-widget-keep-attr=\"0\" data-cke-widget-upcasted=\"1\" data-widget=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/kK_o_EYxI_uwwdaJhPIJ7pdjsQKpBfLM4kavz_SUbuGA81_hyFR6bXq7WEHGzdyG-XSAvmOafYt9KmtZ78oukF60Bq0G_qMmgl2J5NQ_wZxXS2VDgITFZf1Ixs4eWcTAyZrYgSfIJkJcAL_XrcT7m8c\" alt=\"King of Hearts, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons\" width=\"624\" height=\"416\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/kK_o_EYxI_uwwdaJhPIJ7pdjsQKpBfLM4kavz_SUbuGA81_hyFR6bXq7WEHGzdyG-XSAvmOafYt9KmtZ78oukF60Bq0G_qMmgl2J5NQ_wZxXS2VDgITFZf1Ixs4eWcTAyZrYgSfIJkJcAL_XrcT7m8c\" \/><figcaption class=\"cke_widget_editable\" contenteditable=\"true\" data-cke-display-name=\"caption\" data-cke-enter-mode=\"2\" data-cke-filter=\"72\" data-cke-widget-editable=\"caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Brooklyn_Botanic_Garden_New_York_October_2016_009.jpg\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Brooklyn_Botanic_Garden_New_York_October_2016_009.jpg\">King of Hearts<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a>, via <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"Wikimedia\" data-wsc-id=\"luo6ph0wh2fharedn\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_CA\">Wikimedia<\/span> Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler_container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler\" title=\"Click and drag to move\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\" width=\"15\" height=\"15\" data-cke-widget-drag-handler=\"1\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Brooklyn Botanic Gardens offer a lovely setting to view the eclipse. Its open lawns and blooming gardens provide a picturesque backdrop for the celestial event. The Gardens often host eclipse-specific events, potentially including educational activities and the distribution of eclipse glasses. Arrive early to stake out a comfortable viewing spot!<\/p>\n<h3>5. Marsha P. Johnson State Park<\/h3>\n<div class=\"cke_widget_wrapper cke_widget_block cke_widget_image cke_widget_selected\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"region\" contenteditable=\"false\" aria-label=\"Eden, Janine and Jim from New York City, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons image widget\" data-cke-display-name=\"image\" data-cke-filter=\"off\" data-cke-widget-id=\"5\" data-cke-widget-wrapper=\"1\">\n<figure class=\"figure cke_widget_element\" data-cke-widget-data=\"%7B%22hasCaption%22%3Atrue%2C%22src%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Flh7-us.googleusercontent.com%2FTCefibMowSX0dMNtwDqWlSqT0hm5lPt1Ss5sxa6XCv8Gqxbc9a-2S6JmpnlS3oOzzK4A9ssOb_87afX2fpsRNMFQ2UWq7q4IkDQ4sucPLJfEMImJPDp_RQbPIu_dRiJySSChWOjJAr95u-1j5pATDKM%22%2C%22alt%22%3A%22Eden%2C%20Janine%20and%20Jim%20from%20New%20York%20City%2C%20CC%20BY%202.0%2C%20via%20Wikimedia%20Commons%22%2C%22width%22%3A%22624%22%2C%22height%22%3A%22468%22%2C%22imgid%22%3A%22%22%2C%22figwidth%22%3A%22%22%2C%22lock%22%3Atrue%2C%22align%22%3A%22none%22%2C%22classes%22%3A%7B%7D%7D\" data-cke-widget-keep-attr=\"0\" data-cke-widget-upcasted=\"1\" data-widget=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/TCefibMowSX0dMNtwDqWlSqT0hm5lPt1Ss5sxa6XCv8Gqxbc9a-2S6JmpnlS3oOzzK4A9ssOb_87afX2fpsRNMFQ2UWq7q4IkDQ4sucPLJfEMImJPDp_RQbPIu_dRiJySSChWOjJAr95u-1j5pATDKM\" alt=\"Eden, Janine and Jim from New York City, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons\" width=\"624\" height=\"468\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/TCefibMowSX0dMNtwDqWlSqT0hm5lPt1Ss5sxa6XCv8Gqxbc9a-2S6JmpnlS3oOzzK4A9ssOb_87afX2fpsRNMFQ2UWq7q4IkDQ4sucPLJfEMImJPDp_RQbPIu_dRiJySSChWOjJAr95u-1j5pATDKM\" \/><figcaption class=\"cke_widget_editable\" contenteditable=\"true\" data-cke-display-name=\"caption\" data-cke-enter-mode=\"2\" data-cke-filter=\"72\" data-cke-widget-editable=\"caption\">Photo:\u00a0Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler_container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler\" title=\"Click and drag to move\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\" width=\"15\" height=\"15\" data-cke-widget-drag-handler=\"1\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Marsha P. Johnson State Park provides a fantastic eclipse viewing opportunity due to its prime waterfront location with expansive views of the East River and the Manhattan skyline. The park&#8217;s open spaces create a comfortable spot to watch the celestial event unfold. Its convenient location in Williamsburg makes it easily accessible. Just keep in mind that it&#8217;s likely to be a popular spot, so arrive early!<\/p>\n<h3>6. DUMBO<\/h3>\n<div class=\"cke_widget_wrapper cke_widget_block cke_widget_image cke_widget_selected\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"region\" contenteditable=\"false\" aria-label=\"Photo: Wally Gobetz Flickr - CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 DEED image widget\" data-cke-display-name=\"image\" data-cke-filter=\"off\" data-cke-widget-id=\"4\" data-cke-widget-wrapper=\"1\">\n<figure class=\"figure cke_widget_element\" data-cke-widget-data=\"%7B%22hasCaption%22%3Atrue%2C%22src%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Flh7-us.googleusercontent.com%2FxXyi2rhTRPvKYDsAkRm44ccCve8CS6hRsPeRaLwjlNpvY_BlbU9iX0VklyFiCU5RiBcKlgrYKE4Q2WuEtGbDnr300rQcieXCuG92oZcW40gBQ5YJkfgHrOVP4o3tvPbAcTIyebzZ5L2qGfJXX9z43oU%22%2C%22alt%22%3A%22Photo%3A%20Wally%20Gobetz%20Flickr%20-%20CC%20BY-NC-ND%202.0%20DEED%22%2C%22width%22%3A%22624%22%2C%22height%22%3A%22416%22%2C%22imgid%22%3A%22%22%2C%22figwidth%22%3A%22%22%2C%22lock%22%3Atrue%2C%22align%22%3A%22none%22%2C%22classes%22%3A%7B%7D%7D\" data-cke-widget-keep-attr=\"0\" data-cke-widget-upcasted=\"1\" data-widget=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/xXyi2rhTRPvKYDsAkRm44ccCve8CS6hRsPeRaLwjlNpvY_BlbU9iX0VklyFiCU5RiBcKlgrYKE4Q2WuEtGbDnr300rQcieXCuG92oZcW40gBQ5YJkfgHrOVP4o3tvPbAcTIyebzZ5L2qGfJXX9z43oU\" alt=\"Photo: Wally Gobetz Flickr - CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 DEED\" width=\"624\" height=\"416\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/xXyi2rhTRPvKYDsAkRm44ccCve8CS6hRsPeRaLwjlNpvY_BlbU9iX0VklyFiCU5RiBcKlgrYKE4Q2WuEtGbDnr300rQcieXCuG92oZcW40gBQ5YJkfgHrOVP4o3tvPbAcTIyebzZ5L2qGfJXX9z43oU\" \/><figcaption class=\"cke_widget_editable\" contenteditable=\"true\" data-cke-display-name=\"caption\" data-cke-enter-mode=\"2\" data-cke-filter=\"72\" data-cke-widget-editable=\"caption\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/wallyg\/3574175923\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/wallyg\/3574175923\">Wally Gobetz Flickr &#8211; CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 DEED<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler_container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler\" title=\"Click and drag to move\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\" width=\"15\" height=\"15\" data-cke-widget-drag-handler=\"1\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>DUMBO is a popular eclipse-viewing destination for good reason! Its waterfront location boasts clear views of the sky, allowing you to witness the eclipse with the iconic Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan skyline as a stunning backdrop. The Pearl Street Triangle and waterfront locations within Brooklyn Bridge Park offer prime spots. Since DUMBO is a popular tourist area, arrive early to secure a good viewing location!<\/p>\n<h3>7. NYU Tandon School of Engineering<\/h3>\n<div class=\"cke_widget_wrapper cke_widget_block cke_widget_image cke_widget_selected\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"region\" contenteditable=\"false\" aria-label=\"Photo: Flickr - ajay_suresh (CC BY 2.0) image widget\" data-cke-display-name=\"image\" data-cke-filter=\"off\" data-cke-widget-id=\"3\" data-cke-widget-wrapper=\"1\">\n<figure class=\"figure cke_widget_element\" data-cke-widget-data=\"%7B%22hasCaption%22%3Atrue%2C%22src%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Flh7-us.googleusercontent.com%2Fsf-YKW1qAlWkX6h0HLIjf7x4D7ewih3OIRTl7PQv4fqQD1nfjHXg_NcUwEw6qFjadRS7k1AIqwV7rRtX7pLWl9Tf4EB0LXMUlhY2KH7oQ3cGvn-w3cqh04rk0Xivclh0TWk_1SdIZVnUfh_R7OJ2wfw%22%2C%22alt%22%3A%22Photo%3A%20Flickr%20-%20ajay_suresh%20(CC%20BY%202.0)%22%2C%22width%22%3A%22624%22%2C%22height%22%3A%22468%22%2C%22imgid%22%3A%22%22%2C%22figwidth%22%3A%22%22%2C%22lock%22%3Atrue%2C%22align%22%3A%22none%22%2C%22classes%22%3A%7B%7D%7D\" data-cke-widget-keep-attr=\"0\" data-cke-widget-upcasted=\"1\" data-widget=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/sf-YKW1qAlWkX6h0HLIjf7x4D7ewih3OIRTl7PQv4fqQD1nfjHXg_NcUwEw6qFjadRS7k1AIqwV7rRtX7pLWl9Tf4EB0LXMUlhY2KH7oQ3cGvn-w3cqh04rk0Xivclh0TWk_1SdIZVnUfh_R7OJ2wfw\" alt=\"Photo: Flickr - ajay_suresh (CC BY 2.0)\" width=\"624\" height=\"468\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/sf-YKW1qAlWkX6h0HLIjf7x4D7ewih3OIRTl7PQv4fqQD1nfjHXg_NcUwEw6qFjadRS7k1AIqwV7rRtX7pLWl9Tf4EB0LXMUlhY2KH7oQ3cGvn-w3cqh04rk0Xivclh0TWk_1SdIZVnUfh_R7OJ2wfw\" \/><figcaption class=\"cke_widget_editable\" contenteditable=\"true\" data-cke-display-name=\"caption\" data-cke-enter-mode=\"2\" data-cke-filter=\"72\" data-cke-widget-editable=\"caption\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/ajay_suresh\/48228034691\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/ajay_suresh\/48228034691\"><span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"Flickr\" data-wsc-id=\"luo6pfswmq7mmfueq\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_CA\">Flickr<\/span> &#8211; <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"ajay_suresh\" data-wsc-id=\"luo6pfswu7ysdjmil\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_CA\">ajay_suresh<\/span><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\">(CC BY 2.0)<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler_container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler\" title=\"Click and drag to move\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\" width=\"15\" height=\"15\" data-cke-widget-drag-handler=\"1\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The NYU Tandon School of Engineering could be a good spot for eclipse viewing, particularly if they offer organized events or access to rooftop spaces. These elevated locations can provide wider views of the sky. Check with the School of Engineering to see if they are planning any eclipse-related activities or if there are accessible areas with good vantage points<\/p>\n<h2>8. Domino Park<\/h2>\n<div class=\"cke_widget_wrapper cke_widget_block cke_widget_image cke_widget_selected\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"region\" contenteditable=\"false\" aria-label=\"Photo: Scott Beale -\u00a0 Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0) image widget\" data-cke-display-name=\"image\" data-cke-filter=\"off\" data-cke-widget-id=\"2\" data-cke-widget-wrapper=\"1\">\n<figure class=\"figure cke_widget_element\" data-cke-widget-data=\"%7B%22hasCaption%22%3Atrue%2C%22src%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Flh7-us.googleusercontent.com%2Fb1zTtjcyvM40A03xNtrcSf294DE2B5x-OcO9Fy9D3tW0D1TifDb-ZjeGiiUlmxog58kPOZdcsx-YMpjIHIiYbaCwjB3dt0vcFp2-hcsX22KD5abPcHpn4ZIGCnUjHSjGuuHfiP7gPwKxWz_UZheIgB4%22%2C%22alt%22%3A%22Photo%3A%20Scott%20Beale%20-%C2%A0%20Flickr%20(CC%20BY-NC-ND%202.0)%22%2C%22width%22%3A%22624%22%2C%22height%22%3A%22468%22%2C%22imgid%22%3A%22%22%2C%22figwidth%22%3A%22%22%2C%22lock%22%3Atrue%2C%22align%22%3A%22none%22%2C%22classes%22%3A%7B%7D%7D\" data-cke-widget-keep-attr=\"0\" data-cke-widget-upcasted=\"1\" data-widget=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/b1zTtjcyvM40A03xNtrcSf294DE2B5x-OcO9Fy9D3tW0D1TifDb-ZjeGiiUlmxog58kPOZdcsx-YMpjIHIiYbaCwjB3dt0vcFp2-hcsX22KD5abPcHpn4ZIGCnUjHSjGuuHfiP7gPwKxWz_UZheIgB4\" alt=\"Photo: Scott Beale -\u00a0 Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)\" width=\"624\" height=\"468\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/b1zTtjcyvM40A03xNtrcSf294DE2B5x-OcO9Fy9D3tW0D1TifDb-ZjeGiiUlmxog58kPOZdcsx-YMpjIHIiYbaCwjB3dt0vcFp2-hcsX22KD5abPcHpn4ZIGCnUjHSjGuuHfiP7gPwKxWz_UZheIgB4\" \/><figcaption class=\"cke_widget_editable\" contenteditable=\"true\" data-cke-display-name=\"caption\" data-cke-enter-mode=\"2\" data-cke-filter=\"72\" data-cke-widget-editable=\"caption\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/laughingsquid\/42182307734\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/laughingsquid\/42182307734\">Scott Beale &#8211;\u00a0 Flickr<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-nd\/2.0\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-nd\/2.0\/\">CC BY-NC-ND 2.0<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler_container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler\" title=\"Click and drag to move\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\" width=\"15\" height=\"15\" data-cke-widget-drag-handler=\"1\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Domino Park is a fantastic place to view the eclipse! Its waterfront location provides unobstructed views of the sky, perfect for watching the celestial event. The park&#8217;s open spaces offer plenty of room to find a comfortable spot to watch. With the iconic Williamsburg Bridge and Manhattan skyline in the background, Domino Park offers a unique and scenic viewing backdrop.<\/p>\n<h3>9. Prospect Park<\/h3>\n<div class=\"cke_widget_wrapper cke_widget_block cke_widget_image cke_widget_selected\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"region\" contenteditable=\"false\" aria-label=\"Photo: Ad Meskens, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons image widget\" data-cke-display-name=\"image\" data-cke-filter=\"off\" data-cke-widget-id=\"1\" data-cke-widget-wrapper=\"1\">\n<figure class=\"figure cke_widget_element\" data-cke-widget-data=\"%7B%22hasCaption%22%3Atrue%2C%22src%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Flh7-us.googleusercontent.com%2FGSHU1uUyq3mJPDh0QjWA1C64Sm5XFQuQp-QQoeTGdF21Ds9qtKOrSeDhEy5gOBANPulHSPpujv7VYMKjsuBd1KE80irQwcWlrZEc6yUBTUFKTj25bTDwt37ej_iP1xlgyxGgO94bjphJT-90udI8S30%22%2C%22alt%22%3A%22Photo%3A%20Ad%20Meskens%2C%20CC%20BY-SA%203.0%2C%20via%20Wikimedia%20Commons%22%2C%22width%22%3A%22624%22%2C%22height%22%3A%22397%22%2C%22imgid%22%3A%22%22%2C%22figwidth%22%3A%22%22%2C%22lock%22%3Atrue%2C%22align%22%3A%22none%22%2C%22classes%22%3A%7B%7D%7D\" data-cke-widget-keep-attr=\"0\" data-cke-widget-upcasted=\"1\" data-widget=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/GSHU1uUyq3mJPDh0QjWA1C64Sm5XFQuQp-QQoeTGdF21Ds9qtKOrSeDhEy5gOBANPulHSPpujv7VYMKjsuBd1KE80irQwcWlrZEc6yUBTUFKTj25bTDwt37ej_iP1xlgyxGgO94bjphJT-90udI8S30\" alt=\"Photo: Ad Meskens, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons\" width=\"624\" height=\"397\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/GSHU1uUyq3mJPDh0QjWA1C64Sm5XFQuQp-QQoeTGdF21Ds9qtKOrSeDhEy5gOBANPulHSPpujv7VYMKjsuBd1KE80irQwcWlrZEc6yUBTUFKTj25bTDwt37ej_iP1xlgyxGgO94bjphJT-90udI8S30\" \/><figcaption class=\"cke_widget_editable\" contenteditable=\"true\" data-cke-display-name=\"caption\" data-cke-enter-mode=\"2\" data-cke-filter=\"72\" data-cke-widget-editable=\"caption\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Brooklyn_View_from_Prospect_Park.JPG\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Brooklyn_View_from_Prospect_Park.JPG\">Ad <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"Meskens\" data-wsc-id=\"luo6piow0yql6f24e\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_CA\">Meskens<\/span><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\">CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a>, via <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"Wikimedia\" data-wsc-id=\"luo6piovwrf136k6p\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_CA\">Wikimedia<\/span> Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler_container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler\" title=\"Click and drag to move\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\" width=\"15\" height=\"15\" data-cke-widget-drag-handler=\"1\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Prospect Park is an excellent choice for viewing the eclipse. Its vast open meadows, like the Long Meadow, provide ample space and clear sightlines for watching the sky. The park&#8217;s diverse landscapes, with hills and wooded areas, offer potential vantage points with unique viewing experiences. The park&#8217;s accessibility and well-known location make it easy to get to.<\/p>\n<h3>10. Industry City<\/h3>\n<div class=\"cke_widget_wrapper cke_widget_block cke_widget_image cke_widget_selected\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"region\" contenteditable=\"false\" aria-label=\"Photo: Kidfly182, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons image widget\" data-cke-display-name=\"image\" data-cke-filter=\"off\" data-cke-widget-id=\"0\" data-cke-widget-wrapper=\"1\">\n<figure class=\"figure cke_widget_element\" data-cke-widget-data=\"%7B%22hasCaption%22%3Atrue%2C%22src%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Flh7-us.googleusercontent.com%2F6ORJ0s9PZgCWjjIhsnOgAdezaB5ov1LLySFcagSTWoGpsU1PyCIfg0-AJ_AufHt_6nR4lffbQucya3goAhxXQok1dMdVyRHxORfbL8hXur39X4cRaeic5GfqCEEhOL-pUtKRV6VFBwRBeCC2GtLK-So%22%2C%22alt%22%3A%22Photo%3A%20Kidfly182%2C%20CC%20BY-SA%204.0%2C%20via%20Wikimedia%20Commons%22%2C%22width%22%3A%22624%22%2C%22height%22%3A%22468%22%2C%22imgid%22%3A%22%22%2C%22figwidth%22%3A%22%22%2C%22lock%22%3Atrue%2C%22align%22%3A%22none%22%2C%22classes%22%3A%7B%7D%7D\" data-cke-widget-keep-attr=\"0\" data-cke-widget-upcasted=\"1\" data-widget=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/6ORJ0s9PZgCWjjIhsnOgAdezaB5ov1LLySFcagSTWoGpsU1PyCIfg0-AJ_AufHt_6nR4lffbQucya3goAhxXQok1dMdVyRHxORfbL8hXur39X4cRaeic5GfqCEEhOL-pUtKRV6VFBwRBeCC2GtLK-So\" alt=\"Photo: Kidfly182, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons\" width=\"624\" height=\"468\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/6ORJ0s9PZgCWjjIhsnOgAdezaB5ov1LLySFcagSTWoGpsU1PyCIfg0-AJ_AufHt_6nR4lffbQucya3goAhxXQok1dMdVyRHxORfbL8hXur39X4cRaeic5GfqCEEhOL-pUtKRV6VFBwRBeCC2GtLK-So\" \/><figcaption class=\"cke_widget_editable\" contenteditable=\"true\" data-cke-display-name=\"caption\" data-cke-enter-mode=\"2\" data-cke-filter=\"72\" data-cke-widget-editable=\"caption\">Photo: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Industry_City_July_2022_005.jpg\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Industry_City_July_2022_005.jpg\">Kidfly182<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a>, via <span class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"Wikimedia\" data-wsc-id=\"luo6pih32i13vqzc5\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_CA\">Wikimedia<\/span> Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler_container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"cke_reset cke_widget_drag_handler\" title=\"Click and drag to move\" role=\"presentation\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAPABAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEKAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\" width=\"15\" height=\"15\" data-cke-widget-drag-handler=\"1\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Industry City could offer some interesting eclipse viewing spots, especially if you can access rooftops or waterfront areas. These elevated or open locations would provide clear views of the sky. However, it&#8217;s important to check with Industry City management beforehand. They might have designated areas or even eclipse-themed events.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re seeking stunning skyline views, a historic setting, or a vibrant community atmosphere, Brooklyn has the perfect spot for your solar eclipse adventure. Make sure to plan ahead, and prepare to marvel at this cosmic phenomenon as it unfolds over our vibrant borough!<\/p>\n<p><span data-cke-copybin-end=\"1\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u200b \u00a0Brooklynites, get ready for a celestial show! The solar eclipse on April 8th, 2024, is set to partially obscure the sun, casting an otherworldly light over our borough.\u00a0We&#8217;ve rounded up the 10 best places in Brooklyn to witness this extraordinary event, from iconic parks to historic cemeteries.\u00a0 Remember to grab your eclipse glasses and [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1198,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1197","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/brownsvillenews.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1197","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/brownsvillenews.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/brownsvillenews.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brownsvillenews.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brownsvillenews.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1197"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/brownsvillenews.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1197\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brownsvillenews.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/1198"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/brownsvillenews.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1197"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brownsvillenews.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1197"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brownsvillenews.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1197"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}