Planetarium Special Events

Join us for these upcoming special events at the George E. Coleman, Sr. Planetarium!

Harry Potter Astronomy

A free planetarium show open to the public. All ages welcome.

Friday, February 24, 2023
Friday, March 3, 2023
Friday, March 10, 2023

Shows begin at 7:30 p.m. Please make reservations as space is limited.

Peer into the magical world of Harry Potter through the lens of science! We'll explore how J.K. Rowling used constellations, star names, and astronomy to add depth to the characters and enchanting classes of Hogwarts.

Planetarium Stories: Let's Go to the Moon!

Stories in the Planetarium: Let's Go to the Moon!

A free planetarium show open to the public. Best for ages 3-10 years old.

Saturday, March 4, 2023

Show begin at 11:00 a.m. Please make reservations as space is limited.

Young explorers, let's go to the Moon! Hear two stories under the stars of the planetarium:

Max Goes to the Moon, a story about a girl and her dog discovering what a trip to the moon would really be like, based on an award-winning book by Jeffrey Bennett.
You Are Going: A Story About Artemis, illustrated by Shane Tolentino, shares a glimpse into future Artemis missions. Learn about the real mission planned by NASA to return to the Moon.