It was an epic day for eclipse enthusiasts who gathered in strategic locations along its trajectory. The eclipse extended from the Pacific Coast of Mexico through Texas, crossing 14 additional states in the U.S. before reaching Canada.

Enjoy a few photo highlights from Indianapolis Motor Speedway taken by MSR Staff Photographer Chris Juhn.

Credit: Christopher Mark Juhn
Credit: Christopher Mark Juhn
Credit: Christopher Mark Juhn
Kristian Stricklen (left) and her son Jacob Stricklen attended the event. “This is a historic day, this was a day off from school. What better place than here to witness history,” Kristian said, who’s an Indianapolis resident. Credit: Christopher Mark Juhn
Darren Fischer (left) and Glenda Broadway, South Bend, Indiana residents showed up for the event. “We’re just here to see the eclipse. It’s our first time to the track,” Glenda said. Credit: Christopher Mark Juhn
J. Douglas Boles (rear left), the President of Indianapolis Motor Speedway stands for the Pledge of Allegiance with Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb (rear, center), along with aeronautical engineer Sirisha Bandla, the third woman of Indian origin to go to space (front left) and Janet Holcomb, the wife of Governor Holcomb. Credit: Christopher Mark Juhn
Around 50,000 people were expected to attend the event. Credit: Christopher Mark Juhn

Chris Juhn is a contributing photographer at the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder.