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Witness Ancient Brilliance, Hopeton Earthworks, World Heritage Site - Solistice | Lunistice Observation Event

2000 years ago, American Indians molded the Earth to form circles and squares enclosing vast ceremonial grounds. They used their deep knowledge of astronomy to align these geometric figures to the endless cycles of Sun and Moon as they travel back and forth along the horizon.

On June 21, Sun will set at the northernmost point in his annual cycle (solistice). Moon will rise near her southernmost extreme (lunistice): the culmination of an 18.6 year long cycle.

Parking: 990 Hopetown Road, Chillicothe, Ohio
Need to Know: You will walk more than 2 miles on uneven ground, gravel and grass. Event ends after dark; bring a flashlight; a chair if you like.
Time: Arrive by 8:00 pm; Sunset 9:02 pm; Moonrise 9:20 pm

Space is limited to 50 participants. Register today at friendsofhcnhp@gmail.com.

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