The National Air and Space Museum, along with NASA and other groups hosted the festival. They set up solar telescopes for people to see the sun up-close.
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The highly anticipated "Great North American Eclipse" is right around the corner, and preparations are underway across the region to ensure a safe and memorable viewing experience.