LOUISVILLE, Ky. — While millions flocked to the path of totality for Monday’s solar eclipse, others stayed close to home for the event.
In Louisville, hundreds turned out to the Big Four Bridge. Several food trucks and vendors were set up, and free eclipse glasses were distributed.
Angela Taylor and her family were among those who attended.
“I hear people talk about the supernaturalness of it all when it hits, even though we won't see totality," Taylor said. "I just hope to feel something."
At the top of the walking bridge, Stephen Eifler set up his digital camera, which was equipped with a disposable filter to capture the eclipse. Eifler said he was hoping to capture the perfect photo.
As the clock neared 3 p.m., Pleasure Ridge Park High School senior Kaitlyn Webb readied her video camera.
“Oh, people are cheering,” Webb said as Louisville reached near-totality. “That's so cute.”
For a moment, the skies in the city darkened, and street lights turned on. Just a small sliver of the sun was left shining in the sky.
As quickly as it began, the moment began to fade with the sky returning to its normal state.
Witnessing the eclipse was about living in the moment, Webb said.
“I mean, it reminds me of when it happened the first time, and I was little," she said. "And then I was just fascinated with it. I'm even more fascinated with it now."
“I'm just happy the community is together, and I'm with my friends.”
The next solar eclipse will be in 2044.