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But I don't live in Chicago!

Yes, we know most people in the world don't live in Chicago--or even somewhere else on the 42nd parallel north latitude. We are preparing information and demonstrations for the rest of you.

Starting in February, we will sponsor a "Location of the Month." Our first trip will be to Equador, a country located in the equatorial/tropical region, to follow the travels of the sun there. If you want us to sponsor your city, contact the webmaster. Meanwhile, enjoy the rest of the exhibit, bookmark this page, and stay tuned!

 

Find out where the sun will rise and set on . . .

March
21
First day of Spring/
Vernal Equinox
June
21

First day of Summer/
Summer Solstice
September
23

First day of Autumn/
Autumn Equinox
December
22
First day of Winter/
Winter Solstice

How to read an armillary sphere

Watch the sun's path (the ecliptic) move through the year

 

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