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"A Total Eclipse of the Heart: How Solar Eclipses struck fear and wonder in the hearts of people for thousands of years"

Monday, April 8, 2024 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Library Atrium, Central Library, 6th Floor of Central Library
  • Description
    Join the UTA History Department and UTA Libraries Special Collections at 10:30 AM Monday, April 8th for a special presentation titled, "A Total Eclipse of the Heart: How Solar Eclipses struck fear and wonder in the hearts of people for thousands of years," by Dr. Clifford Cunningham.

    Dr. Clifford Cunningham is a Research Fellow at the University of Southern Queensland (Australia). He is Editor of the Historical and Cultural Astronomy book series published by Springer; Associate Editor of the Journal of Astronomical History & Heritage; and Managing Editor of the online newspaper Sun News Austin. Since 1988, he has written or edited 15 books, including seven asteroid books. Asteroid (4276) Clifford is named in his honor.

    Other programming includes:

    9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Theoria Eclipsium: Curiosity, Captivation, Connection, an exhibition featuring over 500 years of Eclipse History! 9-10:30 a.m.: Student poster presentationsThere will be eclipse glasses and giveaway items available while supplies last.
  • Website
    https://events.uta.edu/event/a_total_eclipse_of_the_heart_how_solar_eclipses_struck_fear_and_wonder_in_the_hearts_of_people_for_thousands_of_years
  • Categories
    Arts & Culture, Science & Technology

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