Planetarium 2.0 is more than an upgrade, as our science team has been working to build a “next level” educational experience! From July 1st to August 31st, 2024, we bring space down to earth in a whole new way! Each week we cover a specific topic within the realms of astronomy, spaceflight, S.T.E.A.M, and history. These weeks, covering the sun, earth, moon, and beyond will highlight some of the next-level programming that the Lohman Planetarium team has been developing with our new system. This will be some of the most comprehensive and enriching programming our team has worked on, and it illustrates what the planetarium will be bringing for the future, so you don't want to miss it!
1:00pm Beyond the Sun (A NEW Children's Show)
While Celeste is fighting off sleep in her room by reading a book on astronomy she receives an unexpected visit from Moon. Together, they will enjoy a journey through the Universe to discover what exoplanets are and how they can be detected. They observe rogue planets, oceanic worlds, the super-Earths. Moon tells her about exoplanet hunters, who observe the sky in search of planets like Earth. Many adventures are yet to come. but first she needs some rest. Celeste drops off to sleep waiting for her next visit of Moon.
Planetarium admission is not included in general museum admission. MOAS members receive unlimited planetarium admission. Register for this show online or at the Museum's guest relations desk. If you purchase a show online in advance, you will be required to also purchase museum admission prior to your visit or upon arrival the day of the show.