Total Solar Eclipse Viewing Event in Montreal

SOURCE npr.org
People gather in Montreal's Parc Jean-Drapeau to watch the total solar eclipse, with tens of thousands of attendees and the city's Orchestre Métropolitain providing live music accompaniment.

Key Points

  • Tens of thousands of people gathered in Parc Jean-Drapeau to witness the eclipse
  • Montreal's Orchestre Métropolitain provided live music during the event
  • Local schools closed for the day to allow students to experience the eclipse

Pros

  • Unique opportunity to witness a total solar eclipse in a major city like Montreal
  • Large gathering creates a sense of community and shared experience

Cons

  • Potential overcrowding and limited availability of eclipse glasses