Eclipse 2024
The town of Essex, along with nearly the entire Adirondack region of New York State will find itself completely within in the path of totality on April 8, 2024. This amazing sight is also exceptionally rare as our area hasn’t experienced such an event in the last 400 years! We’re working with Essex Initiatives and ROOST to help you have the best viewing experience possible.
Wish to recycle your eclipse glasses?
Mail them to:
Eclipse Glasses USA
PO Box 50571
Provo, UT 84605
A Post-Eclipse Update from Supervisor Hughes
Thank You for being a part of our cosmic adventure!
A Pre-Eclipse Update from Supervisor Hughes
to assist in your Eclipse preparations in Essex
Viewing Sites and Local Business Information
Main Street Essex will be closed to vehicular traffic from noon to 4pm on April 8. This is the only official viewing location sanctioned by the Town.
Hamlet businesses putting on something special include The Barn Door Tavern, The Essex Inn, Lake Champlain Yoga and Wellness, Adirondack Art Association, Essex Ice Cream Cafe and the Village Gallery
Whitcomb’s in Whallonsburg will have viewing events and opportunities. Enjoy lunch provided by River & Rails Deli, peruse a special art show in Whitcomb's new gallery space, and pop into the Grange to see a magnified livestream of the eclipse on the big screen and learn more about the science behind it!
Weather Conditions
FORECAST
weather.gov
Partly sunny; the temperature can drop several degrees during the eclipse. High of 60 degrees. Cloud cover 26%. Winds ESE 6 mph, gusting to 7 mph.
Safety Tips
The American Academy of Opthamology has some helpful tips to view the eclipse safely!
I Love NY has a bunch of terrific information about the 2024 Eclipse, including maps and times, safety tips, viewing spot, events and other resources to make the most of this adventure!
