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Tag: Lunar Eclipse

Image Caption: The March 13-14, 2025 lunar eclipse at totality. The full Moon appears to be a dark brick red as the Earth’s shadow covers it. Image credit: Adler Planetarium

Adler Skywatch: March 2026

Tuesday February 24th
Karen Donnelly

What’s in the sky in March 2026? The spring equinox, a total lunar eclipse, and chicagohenge, here’s what you need to know.

The March 15, 2022 lunar eclipse at totality. The full Moon appears to be brick red in color as the Earth’s shadow covers it.

A Total Lunar Eclipse

Monday February 16th
Michelle Nichols

Everything you need to know about lunar eclipses, and tips to see the next total lunar eclipse on March 3, 2026.

Eclipse of the Sun illustration from the Adler Planetarium's collections

Types of Eclipses: Lunar Eclipses and Solar Eclipses Explained

Thursday February 27th
Michelle Nichols

Learn how eclipses occur and the types of eclipses, solar and lunar, that occur when the phase of the Moon and the alignment of the Sun, Moon and Earth is just right.

Milky Way in the sky and reflected in a lake with silhouetted trees between the sky and the lake taken at Middle Fork River Forest Preserve Image Credit: Nick Lake

Adler Sky Observing 101: What To See

Tuesday June 18th
Michelle Nichols

From moon phases to meteor showers, the Adler Planetarium has got you covered when it comes to knowing what to look for in the sky. Read our list below to get started! At all times, half of our Moon is lit by the Sun, just as half of the Earth is always lit by the […]

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