Maine experienced a significant rise in tourism numbers and visitor spending according to findings released by the Maine Office of Tourism on Tuesday.

After studying various species earlier this month, some scientists now say they understand the origin of animal behavior during solar eclipses.

A short documentary captures the voices of families, solo travelers, eclipse chasers, amateur astronomers, scientists and more who gathered in Vermont to see and feel the power of the cosmos.

Sean MacBride set up his telescope behind the sports fields of Burlington High School to contribute to a NASA project that aims to help scientists better understand the interactions between the sun's surface and atmosphere.

GoGo Refill, located in South Portland and Brunswick, is collecting glasses to send to Eclipse Glasses USA for future events.

The influx of tourists to Vermont for the total solar eclipse seems to have met state officials’ highest expectations, with an estimated 160,000 visitors traveling by car.

"I was in perfect … synchronization with the sun and the moon. And it feels so good, right?" Julio Desmont said. "I’m so happy. The eclipse is something else."

Businesses in the path of totality reaped the financial benefits of eclipse crowds and hope it has a lasting impact on visitors.

People came from all over to see the total solar eclipse in New England, and told our reporters what it felt like.

The parking lot of the Green Mountain Mall in St. Johnsbury was opened up to eclipse watchers, including some RVs that were parked there overnight.