Eclipse glasses are apparently worth 10 times their weight in gold at the moment as stores across the state report dwindling or completely sold-out stock, with one major exception. The Oregon State Capitol will hand out 1,000 pairs Sunday on a first-come, first served basis until 2 p.m. Another 1,000 will be available Monday at 9 a.m. read more
Recalled glasses. The Amazon recall impacted the most buyers, but other retailers and organizations in the Portland metro area were also recalling their eclipse glasses because they could not guarantee safety: City of Lake Oswego. Alberta Eye Care . West Linn Library. Bush Barn Art Center in Salem . Legacy Health - Legacy Health recalled glasses it distributed at public health events due to the Amazon recall. Solar glasses Legacy distributed at clinic locations are safe to use. read more
The Science Store at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry sold out its first shipment of about 7,000 eclipse glasses in early June, but will have more in stock soon, retailing for $2.99 each, featuring the OMSI logo. read more