Total Lunar Eclipse

The observatory deck opens at 3 am in the early morning hours of the 31st for viewing as the "Blue Moon” turns red in this total Lunar eclipse. A Lunar Eclipse occurs when the Moon passes through the shadow of the Earth. Bring binoculars, blankets and warm clothes. The total lunar eclipse starts to occur at 3:48 AM PST. Totality begins at 4:51 AM, and ends 6:07 AM.