Photos by Seneca Media
On April 8th, a total solar eclipse covered western New York and all Seneca territories including Allegany, Cattaraugus, and Oil Springs.
A total solar eclipse happens when the moon passes through the sun and earth, blocking the sun. Totality occurs when the moon is in the direct path and the circumference covers all sunlight. A partial eclipse can be seen outside of the direct path. The last eclipse was in the U.S. was in 2017 and the next one will only be visible from Alaska in 2033.
Seneca Nation Department held various community events between Allegany and Cattaraugus. Libraries on each territory hosted activities and snacks. Highbanks Campground held a family friendly event with free giveaways. Seneca-Allegany Casino and Resorts held viewing party in the parking lot with food trucks, games and live music.
Families gathered and celebrated the eclipse in style with custom made shirts from Seneca Media.
