The Alice and Leonard Dreyfuss Planetarium is a spectacular, interactive theater for learning about astronomy, space, and planetary science.
The Moon
1:30pm & 2:30pm
Recommended for ages 5+ and families
Explore the shapes and patterns we see on our nearest neighbor in space – The Moon! Learn the names of the Moon’s features and observe its different phases throughout the month.
Big Astronomy
3:30pm
Recommended for ages 12+ and families
Journey to three world-class observatories in Chile that have the perfect conditions for astronomical research. Along the way, meet an inspiring cast of astronomers, engineers, technicians, and support staff who keep these mega-machines running.
Summer Stargazing
5:30pm & 6:15pm (additional 7pm show every 3rd Friday)
Recommended for ages 8+ and families
Hop through constellations, learn cool star names, and groove to planetarium space music in this full dome audiovisual experience.
Location: 1st Floor, Main Building
Planetarium Rules
- The planetarium is currently running at full capacity (50 people max per show) on a first-come, first-served basis. No exceptions.
- Food and drink are not allowed in the theater.
- Planetarium shows start promptly at the scheduled start time. Admission after the show has started is not allowed for safety reasons.
- For safety reasons, no re-entry will be allowed once the show starts.
