Eclipse program planned at Missouri State Museum

FILE - In this May 20, 2012, file photo, the annular solar eclipse is seen as the sun sets behind the Rocky Mountains from downtown Denver. The solar eclipse that is cutting a diagonal path across the U.S. next month is a boon for Missouri tourism. Some towns will have more visitors than residents on Aug. 21, 2017. Hotels and campsites are sold out as some communities are preparing for unparalleled numbers of visitors, all to observe about two minutes of near-darkness at the height of the day. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
FILE - In this May 20, 2012, file photo, the annular solar eclipse is seen as the sun sets behind the Rocky Mountains from downtown Denver. The solar eclipse that is cutting a diagonal path across the U.S. next month is a boon for Missouri tourism. Some towns will have more visitors than residents on Aug. 21, 2017. Hotels and campsites are sold out as some communities are preparing for unparalleled numbers of visitors, all to observe about two minutes of near-darkness at the height of the day. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

The Missouri State Museum will present the program "Eclipse and More" on Aug. 2 as part of its "Museum after Hours" series. Sponsored by Missouri State Parks, the free program will begin at 7 p.m. in the History Hall in the east wing of the Capitol.

David Ganey, astronomy teacher at Jefferson City High School, will discuss the Aug. 21 total solar eclipse and other upcoming astronomical events. Information will be presented on how to safely view the eclipse and how to enjoy Missouri skies - night and day.

The Missouri State Museum hosts "Museum after Hours" events the first Wednesday of every month. During this series, guests can take part in the special programs offered and have the opportunity to view the museum's exhibits, open from 5-9 p.m. on event nights.