Public Programs

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Season of Light

A Classic Planetarium Program (35 minutes)
Friday, Dec 13th only
$6 per person
For ages 8 and up

Light up the cold dark season with a warm and bright holiday show!

When the December holiday season rolls around each year, planetariums often present special programs that combine astronomy and holiday traditions. One of the most popular shows is Season of Light. It's an elegant and sophisticated program about the coldest and darkest of seasons — a time which holds some of the warmest and brightest celebrations of the year.

Season of Light explores the reasons humans are so fascinated with lighting up our lives during the December holiday season. It's an exploration of the astronomical meanings behind seasonal traditions, including the "Star over Bethlehem".

"The Wild Robot"

4K Movie Release Party!
Friday, January 3rd
6 - 7:45pm
$6 per person
For ages 8 and up

After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island's animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose.

"Transformers One"

4K Movie Release Party!
Friday, January 10th
6 - 7:45pm
$6 per person
For ages 8 and up

The untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but who once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever.

Experience the Aurora

A Fulldome Planetarium Program
Multiple dates : see Schedule
$6 per person
For ages 8 and up

You've undoubtedly heard of or have seen pictures of the northern lights! Every 11 years the Sun gets active during "Solar Maximum." 

That's right now!

What causes them?  How do you know when and where you can see them?  How can you take great photos of them?

This program will explain and train you to use apps and your phone camera to see and photograph the elusive Northern Lights!